Jennifer Adidhije is the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited

Engr. Jennifer Adighije is a seasoned Engineer with 20 years experience spanning private and public sectors. She started her career journey at PHCN (former NEPA) as Transmission Maintenance Trainee and later moved to Globacom where she worked impeccably to create cutting-edge value-added services which propelled her to Helios Towers Nig. to Head the Project Management office. She later joined Central Bank of Nigeria to manage the value Engineering and cost control desk of the Bank’s capital projects.

Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Electronics Engineering from the University of Lagos, MSc in Wireless Networks/Telecomms Engineering (with Distinction) from Queen Mary University of London and MPhil in Business administration. She has attended several courses at the London school of economics and political science while currently in the 2nd year of her Doctoral study at the Catholic University of Murcia, Spain.

She is a fellow Chartered institute of leadership and management, a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, a registered COREN practitioner and a life member of the rotary club.

The MD/CEO was awarded a Professional Doctorate in Leadership and Management by the City University of Paris. Similarly, she was admitted as a Fellow of The Chartered Institute of Management and Leadership, USA.

Engineer Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama is the Executive Director, Corporate Services

Rt. Hon. Engr. Omoregie Ogbeide-Ihama (MNSE) is a Nigerian engineer, corporate executive, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and two-term federal legislator with extensive experience spanning power, oil and gas, engineering, strategy, and public leadership. Widely regarded as a leading figure among Nigeria’s emerging political leadership, he was born into a respected Benin royal lineage, where early exposure to leadership shaped his enduring commitment to service, excellence, and nation-building.

He currently serves as Executive Director, Corporate Services at Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited, providing enterprise-wide leadership that underpins operational effectiveness and commercial sustainability. His portfolio includes aligning corporate strategy with national power sector priorities, optimizing revenue, engaging stakeholders, planning the workforce, managing performance, and enhancing administrative efficiency, as well as ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of critical equipment and materials supporting power generation and infrastructure.

Ogbeide-Ihama holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Second Class Upper) in Civil Engineering from the University of Benin, where his research in photovoltaic technology led to the successful execution of solar-powered water projects. He earned an MBA in Oil & Gas Management from Robert Gordon University and completed Public Leadership credentials at Harvard Kennedy School. His career spans oil and gas, renewable energy, and engineering services, including senior leadership roles with international energy firms and the founding of successful energy and engineering companies. He was elected in 2015 and re-elected in 2019 as a Member of the House of Representatives, representing Oredo Federal Constituency, becoming the first representative in the constituency’s history to secure a second term. Over eight years in the National Assembly, he distinguished himself as Chairman of the House Committee on Culture and Tourism, participated in key international legislative engagements, and sponsored critical governance and transition-related bills that strengthened institutional continuity and public accountability.

His leadership and public service have earned him numerous honours, including an Honorary Doctorate in Public Administration (Honoris Causa) from Commonwealth University, Legislator of the Year, Edo Cultural Influencer Award, and Distinguished Parliamentarian and Community Leader (2023) by Midwest Herald. He is a Fellow of the Institute of Strategic Management, Nigeria; a member of the Chartered Management Institute (UK); a Paul Harris Fellow of Rotary Club International; and a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers, among other professional affiliations.

Beyond corporate leadership and public office, Ogbeide-Ihama is deeply committed to philanthropy through the Ogbeide-Ihama Foundation, delivering impactful interventions in women and youth empowerment, education, healthcare, transportation, and community development. Widely recognized with several awards, fellowships, and honorary distinctions, he is known as a result-driven and people-focused leader who combines strategic insight with hands-on expertise in corporate services, business development, project management, power systems, and public sector governance to drive sustainable value creation and social impact.

Rt. Hon.Chukwuma Umeoji is the Executive Director, Corporate Services

Rt. Hon. Sir Chukwuma Michael Umeoji, KSJI, popularly known as Oba Aguata, is a distinguished Nigerian public servant, politician, entrepreneur, and community development advocate with decades of experience in governance, business, and public administration. A native of Ezinifite in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, he holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Degree in Philosophy from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and a Master of Arts Degree in Philosophy from Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. His educational background, complemented by extensive leadership experience, has shaped his commitment to ethical governance, strategic leadership, and sustainable development. Before venturing into full-time politics, Rt. Hon. Umeoji established a successful career in business as the founder of Harvestech Nigeria Limited and Bantu Nigeria Limited, a leading real estate company with significant investments across Nigeria. His entrepreneurial accomplishments have earned him recognition as a respected business leader and investor. His political career spans over two decades and is marked by impactful service at the local, state, national, and regional levels. He served as the Executive Chairman of Aguata Local Government Area and Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Anambra State. He also served as Senior Special Assistant to the Governor of Anambra State on Grassroots Mobilisation and held membership of several strategic state committees, contributing significantly to public policy, local governance, and institutional development. Rt. Hon. Umeoji represented the Aguata Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives for eight years (two terms), from 2007 to 2011 under the platform of the Labour Party and from 2019 to 2023 under the platform of APGA, where he distinguished himself through effective legislative representation and grassroots engagement. He also served as a member of the ECOWAS Parliament, further broadening his contributions to regional integration and democratic governance in West Africa. He was a member of the governing Council of the Federal Polytechnic Ilaro, Ogun, in 2012. A passionate philanthropist, he is the founder of the African Centre for Widows Empowerment, an initiative dedicated to improving the welfare of widows, empowering women, supporting youth development, and promoting 2 economic self-reliance through scholarships, vocational training, and empowerment programmes.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership and outstanding contributions to public service and community development, Rt. Hon. Umeoji has received numerous traditional honours across Anambra State and beyond, most notably the prestigious title of Oba Aguata. He is an Associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM), a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Administrators (FCIPA), and a member of the Knight of Saint John International (KSJI). Rt. Hon. Sir Chukwuma Michael Umeoji currently serves as the Executive Director, Corporate Services, Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). In this strategic role, he provides leadership in corporate administration, institutional governance, and organisational development, contributing to the advancement of Nigeria's power sector. His career continues to reflect a steadfast commitment to excellence, integrity, innovation, and national development.

Mr Omololu Agoro is the Executive Director Finance and Accounts

With over 22 years experience managing complex multi-use and large development projects across multiple sectors in Nigeria, Mr. Agoro is a dynamic project development executive who has managed capital projects of over $50M and championed public and private sector projects from initiation through to execution. All these were achieved through the employment of methodical planning, strategic approach, and a professional demeanour in ensuring all projects exceed client expectations.

Mr. Agoro began his career as an analyst under the Global Finance & Business Management Program at JP Morgan Chase and evolving into senior positions at Banque Nationale De Paris (BNP Paribas) first as a senior analyst and later becoming a senior associate on the Fixed incomes and Derivatives’ desk at the same bank. He was recognized for his strong interpersonal skills, understanding of local issues, and ability on operational-zing strategies and the youthful energy he always brought to tackling difficult project problems.

In 2015, having seen the dearth of key power infrastructure in the country, Mr. Agoro and partners, buoyed by the passion of bringing infrastructural development to his community founded Viathan Engineering Ltd. As a founding Director of the company, who owned and operates captive power solutions across Nigeria, they developed various power projects across the South Western part of the Country, which include, PIPP Lekki – (6.5MW), Island Power – (17.5MW), Akute – (12.15MV), Ilupeju - (3.8MV) and Lisabi (7.5MV) with a total distribution network of 150km. He was personally involved in the contract negotiations and Power Purchasing Agreements for both Peninsula Power (PIPP), Ilupeju Power and Lisabi Power respectively.

Part of his role as an Executive Director in charge of contracts management and investor relations, Mr Agoro had oversight responsibility of coordinating all team activities involved with identifying, developing and closing commercial opportunities whilst supporting the engagement of current and potential off-takers to address any concerns that may arise, and finalise both technical and commercial terms in the agreements on behalf of Viathan.

In his current role as the Executive Director Finance and Accounts, at the Niger Delta Power holding Company of Nigeria, NDPHC, Mr. Agoro oversees the Day-to-Day activities of the directorate which consist of the Finance & accounts department and the Insurance and risk department. These include overseeing all company account, forecasting and preparing annual budgets. The role also includes preparing and reviewing all taxes and payroll ensuring it adheres to all compliance and financial reporting guidelines and regulations. Present financial reports to Executive management, Board members and all other relevant stakeholders through proper Financial and management reporting dashboards. The role also includes managing relationships and correspondence with OAGF, TCN, NBET, CBN, MOFI and other government agencies.

He also over sees the planning and execution of all NDPHC insurance matters. Part of his mandate as ED F&A includes the preparation and implementation of the Company’s annual budgetary processes.

Mr. Agoro is an alumnus of the University of Hull where he hold a Bachelor’s degree (BSc.) in Business Management and Information Technology and is a member of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) & CFA Institute, UK and a member of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)

Hon. Barr. Patrick Obahiagbon is a distinguished legal practitioner, seasoned administrator, accomplished legislator, and public policy strategist with extensive experience spanning law, governance, public administration, legislative leadership, and strategic management. He obtained his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from the University of Benin in 1987 and was subsequently called to the Nigerian Bar after completing the Nigerian Law School programme in 1988. He further strengthened his academic and professional credentials by earning Master's degrees in Public Administration, International History and Diplomacy, and Security, Leadership and Society. Hon. Obahiagbon began his public service career as a Supervisory Councillor in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State before serving for eight years as a Member of the Edo State House of Assembly, where he rose to the position of House Leader during his second term. In 2003, he was elected to the House of Representatives of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, representing Oredo Federal Constituency, where he distinguished himself through effective legislative service and national representation. He later served as Chief of Staff to the Government of Edo State during the administration of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole, providing strategic leadership and policy coordination at the highest level of state government. A respected lawyer, administrator, historian, diplomat, and political leader, Hon. Obahiagbon brings to his role as Executive Director, Strategy and Commercial a unique combination of legal expertise, strategic thinking, negotiation skills, governance experience, and stakeholder engagement. His multidisciplinary background positions him to provide strategic direction, drive commercial initiatives, strengthen customer and stakeholder relationships, facilitate complex negotiations, and support sustainable business growth in the power sector. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Hon. Obahiagbon enjoys lawn tennis and brisk walking. He is happily married and blessed with three children.

Engr. Bello Babayo Bello is a seasoned electrical engineer with over two decades of leadership and technical expertise in Nigeria’s power systems sector. His career has been defined by a commitment to enhancing transmission and distribution networks, integrating distributed renewable energy resources, and advancing grid reliability across the country. He currently serves as Executive Director (Networks) at the Niger Delta Power Holding Company Ltd, where he provides strategic oversight for major network expansion projects, including grid extensions, substation upgrades, and the deployment of advanced technologies. In this role, he ensures operational excellence, compliance with regulatory standards, and effective stakeholder engagement with government agencies, regulators, and international partners.

]Previously, Engr Bello was TCN Interface Project Manager at Yola Electricity Distribution Company (2022–2024), where he spearheaded renewable energy integration, mini-grid development, and collaborative projects with REA, NERC, and developmental partners. His leadership at Jos Electricity Distribution Company (2018–2022) included managing system and energy operations, reducing losses, optimizing grid performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Earlier, he served as Team Lead at Emtech Energy Services Ltd, conducting nationwide grid simulations and infrastructure gap assessments that informed critical investment decisions in Nigeria’s transmission–distribution interface.

With a career spanning roles in power system operations, utility engineering, and private-sector technology services, Engr Bello combines deep technical acumen with strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. His work has consistently delivered results in improving energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across Nigeria’s power infrastructure.

Engr Bello holds an MBA from Gombe State University (2023), an M.Eng. in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems and Machines) from Abubakar Tafawa-Balewa University (2011), and a B.Eng. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (2002) from the same institution. In addition, he attended London Business School in 2025 and completed an Executive Course in Infrastructure and Project Finance. He is a Fellow of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (FNSE), a Fellow of the Nigeria Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (FNIEEE), and a Registered Engineer with COREN. He is also a member of the National Society for Black Engineers.

A recognized leader in Nigeria’s evolving energy landscape, Engr Bello continues to play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable power solutions that support economic growth and energy access.

Mr. Kassim Abdullahi, Executive Director (Generation), Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited.

Engr.Abdullahi Kassim is a Power Generation expert in the Power Sector space with vast experience in various Power systems across the value chain and a strong set of skills spanning across; Project development and execution, Contract management, Business finance and Customer management strategies.

Prior to his appointment as Executive Director Generation for Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) on 12th October 2020 by President Muhammadu Buhari with the mandate to efficiently manage the power generation assets of NDPHC with installed base capacity of more than 4,000MW (the biggest power generation company in Nigeria) Engr. Kassim has gained more than 15 – years of experience in the industry working across different power generation fleets, among which are Heavy Duty and Aeroderivative power generation turbines with hands-on experience and trainings by major OEM’s (GE, Alstom and Siemens).

Abdullahi has a very strong technical competency on turbomachinery maintenance having worked as a Field Service Engineer (Mechanical) with Alstom Power (Switzerland) covering all Legacy Alstom fleets across North West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Libya, Morocco, Ivory Coast and Algeria).

He obtained his trainings and certifications on Repairs/Maintenance of Legacy Alstom fleet Gas turbines at Alstom training facility, Birr, in Switzerland. He was also a trained and certified Gas Turbine Technical Advisor by General Electric with responsibities for planning and execution of maintenance schedule across General Electric (GE) fleet for both Heavy Duty and Aeroderivative power generation plants.

He was trained on Aeroderivative Gas Turbine maintenance and customer management at GE Repairs/Learning centre, Houston Texas, USA. He also worked as a Mechanical Field Engineer at Dangote (Obajana) power plant in Lokoja, Kogi Nigeria.

His most recent job was a Senior Contract Performance Manager with General Electric (GE) Gas Power business (Sub-Saharan Africa) responsible for repositioning key customers portfolio in Nigeria and South Africa. His key portfolio includes: SPDC – Afam 6 IPP, Dangote Power Plants, NDPHC NIPP, First Independent Power Ltd, Agip – Okpai IPP etc. Additionally, he supported maintenance execution excellence for customers in other Sub-Sahara African countries. Abdullahi obtained his bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from Bayero University Kano (BUK) in November 2006 and have a master’s degree (MSc) in Thermal Power with specialization in Rotating Machinery Engineering and Management from Cranefield University, United Kingdom (UK) in September 2013. Engr. Kassim is an active member of several professional bodies both locally and internationally which includes COREN, NSE, IDGTE, ASME IGTI, IMechE. He hails from Kano state and is happily married with 4 kids.

Dr. Steven Andzenge, Executive Director (Legal Services), Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited.

Dr. Steven Andzenge, MON is the Executive Director Legal Services/Company Secretary, Niger Delta Power Holding Company Limited. He comes on board with tremendous boardroom experience having served on several boards of private and public companies and has extensive cognate industry and management experience with a diverse multidisciplinary background. He is a Corporate Lawyer, a Compliance & Regulation Specialist, a Certified Regulatory expert, member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, U.K, Chartered Management Consultant and Fellow of the Institute of Management Consultants – Nigeria.

He has been engaged in legal practice offering multidisciplinary services in diverse sectors including privatization and commercialization of Nigerian public enterprises.

Dr. Andzenge obtained a Second Class Upper LL.B degree from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, LLM from Northwestern University Chicago, USA and Ph.D in Law from the University of Jos. He also attended the Harvard University (Kennedy School) Boston, in USA for the Executive Senior Managers in Government and also Leadership in the 21 st Century training, which was a training for carefully selected Executives focused on effective, peaceful and impactful resolutions to global challenges.

In 2001, he was appointed and served for eight (8) years as Director, Legal Services at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) where his Legal/Regulatory coordinating and facilitative role contributed immensely to the effective introduction of mobile telephony and broadband services and rapid transformation of the Nigerian Telecommunications Industry. In further recognition of this contribution, he was conferred with a National Honour by then President Umaru Yar’Adua, GCFR in 2007.

In 2010, he was appointed Commissioner in the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), where he served a five-year term as Commissioner in charge of the Legal, Licensing and Enforcement Division of the Commission.

Dr. Andzenge was again called to national service in 2021, when he was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR as Chairman of the Presidential Visitation Panel to Usumanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto for the period 2011-2015 and 2016 -2020; a duty he discharged creditably. He had at various times participated in international utility affairs, especially in ITU (International Telecommunications Union) and also the West African Telecommunications Regulatory Assembly (WATRA) (ECOWAS Region), where he was an Alternate Board Member/Delegate and subsequently Executive Board member of AFUR -African Forum for Utility Regulators for 4 years. He also participated in a number of National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) - organized programmes in USA.

Upon disengagement from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission following the completion of his five year term, Dr. Andzenge returned to private practice as the Executive Director, Ciena Consulting, a firm of Legal, Regulatory and Compliance multidimensional service, offering corporate and transaction advisory services for infrastructure development in the critical utility sectors of Power, Telecommunications, Aviation, Financial and PPP transactions.

He was appointed Executive Director, Legal Services and Company Secretary of NDPHC for an initial four year term with effect from 16 th May, 2023. He is married to Dr. Karmel Andzenge, with children.