President Bola Tinubu has described Nigeria’s admission into the World Energy Council (WEC) as a major milestone for the country’s energy sector, saying the development reflects increasing international confidence in Nigeria’s ongoing reforms and growing influence in global energy discussions.
The President made the remark while welcoming Nigeria as the newest National Member Committee of the World Energy Council, a global energy organisation with membership spanning more than 100 countries.
According to Tinubu, Nigeria’s inclusion in the century-old body will provide the country with greater opportunities to contribute to international conversations on energy security, sustainability and equitable access to energy resources, while also strengthening Africa’s voice in shaping the future of the global energy landscape.
In a statement issued by the Presidency, the President noted that the achievement demonstrates recognition of Nigeria’s efforts to transform its energy sector through reforms aimed at improving efficiency, attracting investment and expanding energy access.
Tinubu also congratulated the newly inaugurated leadership of WEC Nigeria, led by Chairman, Abdulrazaq Isa, and Chief Executive Officer, Bala Wunti, alongside members of the pioneer board drawn from the energy industry, regulatory institutions, academia, financial sector and the Future Energy Leaders community.
The President described Isa as a visionary industrialist whose contributions to indigenous refining and industrial energy development have expanded opportunities for local businesses and strengthened Nigeria’s energy ecosystem.
He also commended Wunti for his extensive experience in the energy sector, noting that his more than three decades of service have been marked by strategic leadership, reforms and initiatives that enhanced investor confidence and improved national revenue generation.
According to Tinubu, the composition of the inaugural board reflects a blend of expertise, experience and innovation required to position WEC Nigeria as a credible platform for advancing the country’s energy interests.
He stressed that Nigeria’s membership of the council is not merely symbolic but an opportunity to influence global energy policy and ensure that Africa’s priorities are adequately represented in international decision-making processes.
“Nigeria has joined the World Energy Council to lead, not just participate, to ensure Africa’s voice shapes global energy decisions,” the President stated.
Tinubu further reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to supporting WEC Nigeria as an independent platform for policy engagement, investment promotion and technological innovation.
He expressed optimism that collaboration between WEC Nigeria and the council’s headquarters in London would contribute to the development of secure, affordable and sustainable energy solutions for Nigeria and the wider African continent.
The President also wished the new leadership success in what he described as a historic assignment that could strengthen Nigeria’s position within the global energy community.
