Following his appointment as Chairman of the Committee on National Electrification, the Cross River State Governor, Bassey Otu, has promised to deliver on his mandate, with assurance that power supply would receive a quantum leap.
 
Otu’s appointment was announced during the 146th meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) last week at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
 
This appointment is seen as a significant step towards addressing the critical challenges facing Nigeria’s electricity sector, as it underscores the urgency of implementing sustainable solutions under the Electricity Reform Act 2023 and the National Electrification Strategy and Implementation Plan.   
   
Otu’s leadership comes at a pivotal time when the nation grapples with issues of frequent grid collapses, rising electricity tariffs, and the urgent need for renewable energy integration.
   
One of his aides disclosed that the governor is quite pleased with the appointment, saying he sees it as an opportunity to serve the nation, with a promise to ensure that his committee delivers on its mandate and in record time.

He further noted that his experience as a transformative leader in Cross River State, where his “people’s first” administration has prioritised citizens’ welfare and economic progress, positioned him to bring innovation and accountability to this national assignment.
  
His commitment to ensuring that the committee delivers results aligns with the goals of making electricity reliable, affordable, and environmentally conscious for all Nigerians, he stated.