From David Onuoja, Abuja
The Governor of Gombe State, Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has appointed Dr. Usman Arabi, head of Corporate Communication Department, Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), as Chairman of the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission (GOSERC).
In a press statement issued and signed by Ismaila Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House Gombe today, said Dr Arabi was the right person for the position especially as someone who has been serving in NERC before his current appointment.
Earlier, the governor of the state, approved the establishment of GOSERC and the Gombe State Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GIDTEC), in a move to strengthen regulation, drive innovation and deepen economic transformation of the state.
The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Njodi, who conveyed the approval, explained that the development followed the Governor’s assent to the bills establishing the two commissions, thereby giving them full legal backing to operate.
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According to the statement, “Governor Inuwa Yahaya has approved the appointment of Dr. Usman Abba Arabi as Chairman of the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission (GOSERC) and Al-Amin Umar Barambu, PhD, as Chairman of the Gombe State Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GIDTEC).
“Both Arabi and Barambu are bringing vast and relevant expertise required to effectively drive the mandates of the newly established commissions”, it said.
The creation of GOSERC is in line with the Governor’s power sector reform agenda, particularly in leveraging the opportunities provided by the Electricity Act to strengthen electricity regulation, improve service delivery, attract investment and expand access to reliable power across Gombe State.
In the same vein, the creation of GIDTEC reflects Governor’s resolve to transform Gombe State into a technology-driven and digitally competitive economy, with strong emphasis on ICT growth, digital innovation, skills development, e-governance and youth employment.
The Governor therefore, charged the newly appointed chairmen to bring to bear their track record of service, professionalism and integrity in building strong, responsive and results-oriented institutions that will accelerate development and deliver tangible benefits to the people of Gombe State.
Saying, both appointments are with effect, starting from 2nd January, 2026.
