The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo State has backed the nomination of Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as Nigeria’s Minister of Power, describing it as a timely intervention in addressing the country’s persistent electricity challenges.
In a statement issued in Ibadan, the party’s state leadership said Tegbe’s nomination reflects both merit and the urgent need for capable leadership in the power sector.
The statement, jointly signed by State Chairman Chief Moses Adeyemo Alake and State Secretary Hon. Fatai Adesina, expressed confidence in Tegbe’s ability to drive reforms, citing his extensive professional and policy experience.
Tegbe, an engineer and policy strategist, brings over three decades of experience across engineering, consulting, and public sector advisory. He previously served as Director-General of the Nigeria–China Strategic Partnership, where he coordinated bilateral development initiatives and investment engagements.
He also chaired the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee, contributing to Nigeria’s fiscal reform efforts and strengthening revenue frameworks.
Before entering public service, Tegbe had a distinguished career at KPMG, where he rose to become Senior Partner and Head of Advisory Services in Africa, leading major engagements in governance reforms, economic policy, and institutional transformation.
Earlier, he worked with Shell Petroleum Development Company, gaining experience in corporate operations and resource management.
Academically, Tegbe holds a first-class degree in Civil Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University and has attended executive programmes at leading global institutions, including Harvard and INSEAD.
The APC noted that his blend of technical expertise and policy leadership positions him to tackle longstanding challenges in power generation, transmission, and distribution.
“The APC in Oyo State is confident that Chief Tegbe will bring innovation, efficiency, and sustainable solutions to Nigeria’s power sector. His history of performance and commitment to service positions him to make meaningful contributions to national development,” the statement said.
The party подчеркed that Nigeria is at a critical stage requiring strategic direction to unlock sustainable energy solutions, expressing optimism that Tegbe’s leadership would help reposition the sector.
It added that the APC in Oyo would provide full support while maintaining constructive engagement with the minister-designate and other stakeholders to ensure progress.
The party also acknowledged Tegbe’s contributions to its growth in the state and wished him a successful tenure, expressing hope that his leadership would deliver more stable and reliable electricity supply nationwide.
