FG Appoints New TCN Boss

The federal government has appointed Sule Abdulaziz as the new managing director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).

The Minister of Power, Maman Saleh, confirmed the Presidential approval of the appointment  on Tuesday through a statement issued by Aaron Artimas, his special Adviser Media and Communications.

Following the approval, Usman Gur Mohammed has been relieved of his appointment and replaced by Abdulaziz in acting capacity.

“As part of continuing measures to reposition and improve the performance of the power Sector in the country, the Honorable Minister of Power Engr. Sale Mamman hereby announces major changes at the Transmission Company of Nigeria,” the statement read.

“Accordingly, the Managing Director of the TCN, Usman Gur Mohammed has been removed from office with immediate effect. He is being replaced with Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, as Managing Director, in acting capacity.

“The Honorable Minister has also confirmed the appointment of four directors who have been on acting position in the Company for some time.”