TCN MD emerges second-time WAPP chairman, canvasses network synchronisation
Engineer Sule Abdulaziz has been re-elected as chairman of the West African Power Pool (WAPP) executive board. He is prioritizing regional network synchronization and the launch of a regional electricity market to improve energy stability.
Why it matters
Regional energy cooperation is vital for economic development and infrastructure stability in West Africa.
From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Chairman of West African Power Pool (WAPP) Executive Board, Engineer Sule Abdulaziz has been re-elected chairman of the executive board for another three-year tenure even as he canvassed network synchronisation of West African countries. He equally moved for the launch of the regional electricity market, describing synchronisation as a major technical achievement that must be supported by co-ordinated system operation, appropriate security arrangements, and market readiness of participants and stakeholders. Speaking during the 68th Meeting of the WAPP Executive Board in Lome, Togo, Abdulaziz thanked members of the executive board for the confidence reposed in him and promised to continue working with the team to advance WAPP’s cause.
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