NEW LASERC BOARD MEMBERS ASSUME OFFICE AFTER ASSEMBLY CONFIRMATION

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By: Sefiu Ajape

The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has announced the official assumption of duty by its newly appointed Board members following their confirmation by the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday, January 22, 2026.

The development comes after the dissolution of the Commission’s previous Board in December 2025, in line with statutory provisions, and effectively concludes the reconstitution process.

It also reaffirms the Lagos State Government’s commitment to strengthening governance, accountability and institutional effectiveness in the electricity sector.

The newly constituted Board is charged with providing strategic leadership and regulatory oversight for electricity generation, distribution, supply, licensing, market operations and consumer protection in Lagos State, in accordance with the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 and the State’s electricity reform and energy transition agenda.

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The Board members are Mr. Alexander Akinwunmi Ogunbiyi (Chairman); Mrs. Temitope George (Chief Executive Officer/Executive Member); Engr. Adekunle Olabode Olopade (Executive Member, Engineering & Systems); Mr. Olakunle Olaoluwa Falola (Executive Member, Licensing & Regulatory); and Mr. Bello Wasiu Oladimeji (Non-Executive Member).

LASERC noted that the Board’s diverse expertise positions the Commission to enhance regulatory effectiveness, protect consumer interests, strengthen investor confidence and advance sustainable electricity development in Lagos State.

The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, professionalism and stakeholder engagement in the discharge of its statutory mandate.