By Sam Otuonye
The Energy Correspondents of Association of Energy Correspondents, Abuja, (AECAF) has congratulated Mr Abdulrazaq Isa, OFR, and Mr Bala Wunti on their appointments as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the World Energy Council Nigeria, respectively.
The association noted that Is a and Wunti were distinguished members of the inaugural Board, whose
collective experience across the energy industry, regulatory institutions, finance,
academia and professional associations would provide a strong foundation for the Council’s work in Nigeria.
The statement, signed by the AECAF Chairman, Mr John Ofikhenua, said Mr Isa’s pioneering contributions to indigenous refining and industrial development have strengthened local participation in Nigeria’s energy sector, noting that his appointment as the
Chairman reflects the confidence placed in his leadership, entrepreneurial vision and commitment to advancing the country’s energy aspirations.
“We equally applaud the appointment of Mr Wunti as Chief Executive Officer. His
more than three decades of service in the energy industry, coupled with his expertise in strategy, policy formulation, revenue optimisation and sectoral reform, make him exceptionally suited for this important national responsibility. We are confident that his integrity, experience and strategic leadership will take the Council and Nigeria’s wider
energy sector to lofty heights,” the statement noted.
AECAF said Nigeria’s return to the World Energy Council is timely and significant, as It restores the country’s place within one of the world’s most influential energy networks and provides an important platform for Nigeria to contribute meaningfully to global discussions on energy security, affordability, sustainability and equitable transition.
“The membership also offers Nigeria an opportunity to attract investment, deepen international partnerships, promote technological innovation and ensure that the realities and priorities of Nigeria and Africa are adequately represented in global energy decision.
The Association commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for the
foresight and leadership that ensured Nigeria’s return to the World Energy Council, noting that the development has further demonstrated the administration’s commitment to
repositioning the country as a leading voice in the global energy community and creating an enabling environment for investment and sustainable growth.
Established in 2007, AECAF with registration number 9456102 comprises editors and reporters covering Nigeria’s oil, gas, and broader energy sector energy in Abuja and the northern region.
As journalists committed to deepening discourse and transparency in the sector, we recognise the critical role WEC Nigeria as the world focuses on energy transition and navigates emerging geopolitical issues, and look forward to a productive relationship with the World Energy Council Nigeria.
“Once again, we congratulate Mr Isa, Mr Wunti and the entire inaugural Board. We
wish you wisdom, strength and outstanding success as you undertake this historic responsibility in service to Nigeria, Africa and the global energy community,” the statement concluded.
