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Razaq Obe is a Nigerian politician and engineer who has been serving as the Commissioner of Energy and Mineral Resources in Ondo State, Nigeria since 2017.I'm<ref>{{cite web |last1=Punch Newspaper |title=Aiyedatiwa appoints Akeredolu’s men, others as commissioners, advisers |url=https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-appoints-akeredolus-men-others-as-commissioners-advisers/ |website=PUNCH NEWSPAPER |publisher=PUNCH NEWSPAPER |access-date=29th of June, 2024}}</ref> . He was reappointed in 2021 by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, continuing his tenure in the administration.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Premium Times News |title=Aiyedatiwa nominates six as commissioners, appoints special advisers |url=https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-appoints-akeredolus-men-others-as-commissioners-advisers/ |website=Premium News |publisher=Premium Times |access-date=29th of June, 2024}}</ref> |
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Rasaq Obe is a Nigerian engineer, energy expert, and public servant. He currently serves as the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources for the Ondo State Government.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.tvcnews.tv/2021/11/akeredolu-nominates-14-commissioners-7-special-advisers/ | title=Akeredolu Nominates 14 Commissioners, 7 Special Advisers - Trending News | date=16 November 2021 }}</ref> He is known for his advocacy for clean energy and his experience in the oil and gas industry.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://pageone.ng/2021/12/01/meet-razaq-obe-akeredolus-commissioner-nominee/ | title=Meet Razaq Obe, Akeredolu's commissioner nominee | date=December 2021 }}</ref> |
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Razaq Obe was born on October 12, 1975, in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He hails from the Obe family of Ifedore area of the state. Obe completed his primary education at St. Paul's Primary School, Akure, and his secondary education at St. Francis Secondary School, Akure. He then proceeded to the University of Benin, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering between 1998 to 2003.<ref>{{cite news |last1=Page One Media |title=Meet Razaq Obe, Akeredolu’s commissioner nominee |url=https://pageone.ng/2021/12/01/meet-razaq-obe-akeredolus-commissioner-nominee/ |access-date=28th of June, 2024 |agency=Page One |date=December 1st 2021}}</ref> |
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Obe was born in Ilara Mokin, Ifedore,Ondo State Nigeria on February 17, 1976. He attended the University of Benin, graduating with a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Petroleum Engineering. He later earned a Master of Science degree in Project Management (Oil & Gas) from the University of Liverpool. He is also an accredited mediator, having received training from the London School of Mediation.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://pageone.ng/2021/12/01/meet-razaq-obe-akeredolus-commissioner-nominee/ | title=Meet Razaq Obe, Akeredolu's commissioner nominee | date=December 2021 }}</ref> |
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'''Career''' |
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Obe began his career in the oil and gas industry, working for companies such as ExxonMobil and the Nigerian Gas Company. He held various positions, including contract manager, senior procurement advisor, and chairman of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) branch at ExxonMobil.<ref>https://tribuneonlineng.com/rasaq-obe-emerges-pengassan-branch-chairman/</ref> |
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In December 2021, Obe was appointed Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources for the Ondo State Government. In this role, he has been responsible for overseeing the state's energy sector, including the development of renewable energy projects and the promotion of energy efficiency.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.pwc.com/ng/en/press-room/electricity-act-2023.html | title=PWC roundtable commends Electricity Act 2023 and proposes key amendments }}</ref> |
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'''Advocacy for clean energy |
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Obe is a strong advocate for the transition to cleaner energy sources. He has been vocal about the need for Nigeria to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and invest in renewable energy.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://businessday.ng/interview/article/we-hope-to-attract-2bn-investment-to-ondo-create-a-modern-port-obe/ | title=We hope to attract $2bn investment to Ondo, create a modern port - Obe | date=20 July 2023 }}</ref> |
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Before his political career, Obe worked as an engineer in various private companies, including Nigerian Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). He also founded and managed his own engineering firm, Obe Engineering Services.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Obe |first1=Razaq |title=Obe Becomes Mobil PENGASSAN New Chairman |url=https://insideoyo.com/obe-becomes-mobil-pengassan-new-chairman/ |website=Inside Oyo |publisher=Inside Oyo |access-date=28th of June, 2024}}</ref> |
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'''Other activities''' |
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Additionally, Obe completed the Accredited Mediator program at the London School of Mediation in 2019. |
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In addition to his professional career, Obe is also active in student activism and leadership. At the university, he served as president of the Nigerian University Engineering Students Association (NUESA). He was also a member of the student’s union parliament and vice chairman of the university Congress of the Masses.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://pageone.ng/2021/12/01/meet-razaq-obe-akeredolus-commissioner-nominee/ | title=Meet Razaq Obe, Akeredolu's commissioner nominee | date=December 2021 }}</ref> |
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Obe began his political career in 2016 as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He served as the Special Adviser on Energy Matters to the Governor of Ondo State before his appointment as Commissioner of Energy and Mineral Resources in 2017. During his tenure, he has overseen various projects in the energy sector, including the development of the Ondo State Energy Policy and the establishment of the Ondo State Energy Commission.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Obe |first1=Razaq |title=Ondo Assembly confirms five Aiyedatiwa’s commissioner-nominees |url=Punch Newspapers https://punchng.com › ondo-assemb... Ondo Assembly confirms five Aiyedatiwa's commissioner- ... |website=PUNCH NEWSPAPER |publisher=PUNCH NEWSPAPER |access-date=28th of June, 2024}}</ref> |
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'''Controversies''' |
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Obe's tenure as commissioner has not been without controversy. In December 2023, he raised concerns about the alleged forgery of Governor Akeredolu's signature on official documents.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://www.legit.ng/nigeria/1567791-akeredolus-signature-document-forged-commissioner-tells-ondo-deputy-governor/ | title=Ondo commissioner alleges Akeredolu's signature forged on official document | date=8 December 2023 }}</ref> He subsequently reported the matter to the authorities, and an investigation is currently underway.<ref>https://www.channelstv.com/2023/12/09/ondo-commissioner-writes-aiyedatiwa-raises-alarm-over-akeredolus-forged-signature/</ref> Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, details surrounding the allegations and Obe's specific actions will be updated as official information becomes available. Readers can consult reliable news sources and official government statements for further details. |
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Obe was accused of denying payment to the governor's family for his appointment as commissioner. However, Obe dismissed the allegations as baseless and politically motivated.<ref>{{cite web |last1=Obe |first1=Razaq |title=I didn’t pay Akeredolu’s wife to become Commissioner – Rasaq Obe |url=Vanguard News https://www.vanguardngr.com › i-d... I didn't pay Akeredolu's wife to become Commissioner - Rasaq Obe |website=Vanguard Newspaper |publisher=Vanguard Newspaper |access-date=28th of June, 2024}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 13:32, 29 June 2024
Razaq Obe is a Nigerian politician and engineer who has been serving as the Commissioner of Energy and Mineral Resources in Ondo State, Nigeria since 2017.I'm[1] . He was reappointed in 2021 by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, continuing his tenure in the administration.[2]
Early Life and Education
Razaq Obe was born on October 12, 1975, in Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria. He hails from the Obe family of Ifedore area of the state. Obe completed his primary education at St. Paul's Primary School, Akure, and his secondary education at St. Francis Secondary School, Akure. He then proceeded to the University of Benin, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering between 1998 to 2003.[3]
Career
Before his political career, Obe worked as an engineer in various private companies, including Nigerian Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) and Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). He also founded and managed his own engineering firm, Obe Engineering Services.[4] Additionally, Obe completed the Accredited Mediator program at the London School of Mediation in 2019.
Political Career
Obe began his political career in 2016 as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He served as the Special Adviser on Energy Matters to the Governor of Ondo State before his appointment as Commissioner of Energy and Mineral Resources in 2017. During his tenure, he has overseen various projects in the energy sector, including the development of the Ondo State Energy Policy and the establishment of the Ondo State Energy Commission.[5]
Controversies
Obe was accused of denying payment to the governor's family for his appointment as commissioner. However, Obe dismissed the allegations as baseless and politically motivated.[6]
- ^ Punch Newspaper. "Aiyedatiwa appoints Akeredolu's men, others as commissioners, advisers". PUNCH NEWSPAPER. PUNCH NEWSPAPER. Retrieved 29th of June, 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|access-date=(help) - ^ Premium Times News. "Aiyedatiwa nominates six as commissioners, appoints special advisers". Premium News. Premium Times. Retrieved 29th of June, 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|access-date=(help) - ^ Page One Media (December 1st 2021). "Meet Razaq Obe, Akeredolu's commissioner nominee". Page One. Retrieved 28th of June, 2024.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|access-date=and|date=(help) - ^ Obe, Razaq. "Obe Becomes Mobil PENGASSAN New Chairman". Inside Oyo. Inside Oyo. Retrieved 28th of June, 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|access-date=(help) - ^ Obe, Razaq. [Punch Newspapers https://punchng.com › ondo-assemb... Ondo Assembly confirms five Aiyedatiwa's commissioner- ... "Ondo Assembly confirms five Aiyedatiwa's commissioner-nominees"]. PUNCH NEWSPAPER. PUNCH NEWSPAPER. Retrieved 28th of June, 2024.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help); Check date values in:|access-date=(help) - ^ Obe, Razaq. [Vanguard News https://www.vanguardngr.com › i-d... I didn't pay Akeredolu's wife to become Commissioner - Rasaq Obe "I didn't pay Akeredolu's wife to become Commissioner – Rasaq Obe"]. Vanguard Newspaper. Vanguard Newspaper. Retrieved 28th of June, 2024.
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