Tinubu Welcomes Nigeria's Membership in World Energy Council

On [date not specified], President Bola Tinubu announced Nigeria's formal admission as the newest National Member Committee of the World Energy Council (WEC), which he described as a significant vote of confidence in the country's energy reforms and leadership in Africa. In a statement by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu stated that Nigeria's return to the WEC would enhance its ability to influence international discussions on energy security, equity, and sustainability.

He congratulated the inaugural leadership of WEC Nigeria, particularly Chairman Abdulrazaq Isa and CEO Bala Wunti, recognizing their contributions to the energy sector. Tinubu emphasized that the board's diverse representation from the energy value chain would ensure effective national energy dialogue.

He asserted that Nigeria's participation would focus on leading and ensuring Africa's voice is heard in global energy decisions, while the federal government remains committed to supporting WEC Nigeria as a neutral platform for policy dialogue and innovation.