WAPP Chairman Abdulaziz Re-elected, Urges Member Contributions

Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz was unanimously re-elected as Chairman of the West African Power Pool (WAPP) executive board for another three-year term during the 68th Meeting held in Lomé, Togo, on October 8 and 9, 2026. Following his re-election, Abdulaziz urged member utilities to pay their statutory contributions, emphasizing that these payments are crucial for WAPP's autonomy and operational capacity.

He expressed gratitude to the Board members for their confidence and committed to collaborating with the team to enhance the Pool's objectives. Abdulaziz highlighted the importance of network synchronization and the establishment of a regional electricity market, which requires clear rules, reliable data, and effective governance.

Abdoulaye Dia, the Secretary General of WAPP, reported on the ongoing implementation of guidelines for institutional strengthening and the operationalization of the Independent System and Market Operator (ISMO), urging utilities to settle outstanding dues to maintain WAPP's credibility and service delivery.