Tinubu Names Aliyu to Lead PTDF, Extends Tenure of TCN Managing Director

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President Tinubu

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President Bola Tinubu has appointed Prof. Shu’aibu Aliyu as Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF).

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Aliyu replaces Ahmed Aminu, who recently resigned to pursue the 2027 governorship election in Adamawa.

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The president also renewed the appointment of Mr Sule Abdulaziz as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).

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The renewal grants Abdulaziz a second and final term in office, following what the Presidency described as a satisfactory performance review.

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Both appointments take immediate effect, according to a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday in Abuja.

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Aliyu is a distinguished academic and seasoned administrator with extensive experience in research, education, and institutional leadership.

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The appointment, Onanuga said, reflects the administration’s commitment to strengthening key institutions in the petroleum sector and advancing capacity development.

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Tinubu expects the new PTDF boss to reposition the organisation for greater impact in human capital development, innovation, and strategic support for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.

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The president said the appointment aligns with broader national priorities aimed at enhancing local capacity and driving sustainable growth in the energy sector.

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On the power sector, Tinubu said Abdulaziz’s tenure was renewed following a comprehensive assessment of his leadership of the national transmission network.

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Under his stewardship, TCN has recorded improvements in grid stability, expansion of transmission capacity, and ongoing system modernisation efforts.

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The Presidency noted that these achievements have reinforced TCN’s critical role within Nigeria’s electricity value chain.

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Abdulaziz, a veteran of over three decades in the power sector, has also contributed to regional electricity integration.

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He is credited with strengthening Nigeria’s role in the West African Power Pool through strategic leadership and collaboration.

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Tinubu urged both appointees to discharge their responsibilities with diligence, integrity, and a strong sense of national service.

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He said their roles are critical to advancing the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda and improving service delivery in key sectors.

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