Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has officially sworn in new chairpersons and members for three key state commissions during a ceremony held on Monday at the Lagos House in Ikeja.
The appointees will serve on the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC), and the Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC).
During the inauguration, Governor Sanwo-Olu charged the new officials to maintain high standards of professionalism, transparency, and integrity in their respective roles. He emphasized the importance of innovation and collaboration with local communities, private sector stakeholders, and civil society to achieve sustainable improvements across education, electricity regulation, and electoral governance.
New Appointees Across Commissions
The newly appointed TESCOM leadership includes Mopelola Peregrino as Chairperson, alongside Kafayat Ajenifuja (Commissioner I), Abiodun Bamgboye (Commissioner II), Hon. Segun Agbaje (Commissioner III), and Abimbola Idowu (Commissioner IV).
For LASIEC, Prince Adewale Ojora was sworn in as the final commission member, completing the electoral body ahead of the upcoming July 12 local government elections.
LASERC will be chaired by Engr. Abimbola Odubiyi (Non-Executive Member), with other members comprising Tunde Gbajumo (Non-Executive Member), Dr. Fouad Animasahun (Executive Member/CEO), Kofoworola Olokun-Olawoyin (Executive Member), and Engr. Oluwaseun Fadare (Executive Member).
LASERC: A Landmark Achievement for Lagos
Governor Sanwo-Olu described the establishment of LASERC as a significant milestone for Lagos State, noting that "Following the Lagos Electricity Bill 2024 and the formal transfer of regulatory oversight from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to LASERC, Lagos has become one of the few states in Nigeria with full regulatory control over its intrastate electricity market."
According to the Governor, LASERC's responsibilities will include ensuring affordable, reliable, and sustainable electricity supply tailored to Lagos's unique needs. This encompasses regulating tariffs, enforcing technical standards, promoting renewable energy integration, combating electricity theft, and driving electrification of underserved communities.
The restructuring of Eko Electricity Distribution Plc and Ikeja Electric Plc to create subsidiaries licensed by LASERC is expected to enhance local responsiveness and service delivery in the state's power sector.
LASIEC's Role in Upcoming Local Government Elections
Addressing the role of LASIEC ahead of the July 12 local government elections, Sanwo-Olu stressed the commission's duty to act with neutrality and strengthen public confidence in the electoral process.
"LASIEC's commitment to fairness, impartiality, and proactive stakeholder engagement, especially in respect to the forthcoming July 12 local government election, will be essential in sustaining public trust and strengthening democracy in Lagos State," the Governor stated.
Governor Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed his administration's unwavering support to ensure the commissions receive the necessary resources and institutional backing to deliver on their mandates effectively. He emphasized that each commission plays a pivotal role in the realization of the state's THEMES+ agenda, which is anchored on innovation, efficient governance, and inclusive development.
The Governor encouraged Lagos residents to engage actively, stay informed, and participate confidently in the state's education, democratic, and energy systems, assuring them that their leaders are working tirelessly to protect their interests and improve their quality of life.
