Tinubu's Controversial Appointment of Abubakar Yusuf as NERC Commissioner Sparks Backlash

Former Lagos Governor Tinubu appointed Abubakar Yusuf as a NERC Commissioner, facing backlash for promoting him despite concerns about his qualifications. The move has stirred anger in the power sector, with experts questioning the decision's merit-based nature.

This decision comes amid challenges in Nigeria's electricity sector, including layoffs at Abuja Electric Distribution Company (AEDC) and operational inefficiencies.