Gombe (Nigeria): Gov. Inuwa Yahaya has approved the establishment of the Gombe State Electricity Regulatory Commission (GOSERC) and the Gombe Information Technology and Digital Economy Commission (GIDTEC).
The move is aimed at strengthening regulation, driving innovation, and deepening the state’s economic transformation.
This is contained in a statement in Gombe on Tuesday by Ismaila Uba-Misilli, Director-General, Press Affairs, Government House, Gombe.
Uba-Misilli said that the Secretary to the State Government, Prof Ibrahim Njodi, conveyed the approval, adding that the development followed the governor’s assent to the bills establishing the two commissions, thereby giving them full legal backing to operate.
He said the governor also approved the appointment of Dr Usman Arabi as Chairman of the GOSERC, and Al-Amin Barambu as Chairman of the GIDTEC.
The director said both Arabi and Barambu were bringing vast and relevant expertise required to effectively drive the mandates of the newly established commissions.
“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.
“This is to improve service delivery, attract investment, and expand access to reliable power across Gombe State.
“In the same vein, the creation of GIDTEC reflects Gov. Inuwa Yahaya’s resolve to transform Gombe State into a technology-driven and digitally competitive economy.
“An economy with strong emphasis on ICT growth, digital innovation, skills development, e-governance, and youth employment,” he said.
Misili quoted the governor as charging the appointees to bring their track record of service, professionalism, and integrity to bear in building strong, responsive, and results-oriented institutions.
He said the appointments take effect from Jan. 2, 2026.