Heavenly Father,
As this year draws to a close, remember us for good. Let every remaining day release favor, open doors, and divine help. Turn our waiting into celebration and our effort into reward. Let this year end with a testimony that brings joy and victory for us.
Amen🙏
Curriculum Vitae
NAME : Mr. Peter Gregory OBI, (CON)
DATE OF BIRTH : 19th July 1961
PLACE OF BIRTH: Onitsha, Nigeria
NATIONALITY: Nigerian
MARITAL STATUS: Married with two children
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS ATTENDED
· Christ the King College, Onitsha (W.A.S.C)
. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (B.A. Philosophy)
· Lagos Business School, Nigeria (Chief Executive Program)
· Harvard Business School, Boston, U.S.A. (Mid to Mid Marketing)
· Harvard Business School, Boston, U.S.A. (Changing the Game)
· London School of Economics (Financial Mgmt/Business Policy)
· Columbia Business School, New York, U.S.A. (Marketing Mgmt )
· Institute for Management Development, Switzerland (Senior Executive Program)
· Institute for Management Development, Switzerland (Break-Through Program for CEOs)
· Kellogg Graduate School of Management, U.S.A. (Advanced Executive Program)
· Kellogg School of Management U.S.A. (Global Advanced Mgmt Program)
. Oxford University: Said Business School, (Advanced Mgmt& Leadership Program)
. Cambridge University: George Business School (Advanced Leadership Program)
*PREVIOUS POSITIONS*
· Governor, Anambra State of Nigeria (2006-2014)
· Honorary Special Adviser to the President on Finance (till May, 2015)
· Member, Presidential Economic Management Team (till May, 2015)
· Vice-Chairman, Nigeria Governors’ Forum (2008-2014)
· Chairman, South-East Governors’ Forum (2006-2014)
. Former Chairman: Board of Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
· Former Chairman: Fidelity Bank Plc.
· Former Chairman: Guardian Express Mortgage Bank, Ltd.
· Former Chairman: Future Views Securities, Ltd.
· Former Chairman: Paymaster Nigeria Plc.
· Former Chairman: Next International (Nigeria) Ltd
· Former Director: Guardian Express Bank Plc.
· Former Director: Chams Nigeria Plc.
· Former Director: Emerging Capital Ltd.
· Former Director: Card Centre Plc.
*MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS/ORGANIZATIONS*
· Member, Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG)
· Member, Nigerian Chartered Institute of Bankers.
· Member, British Institute of Directors (IOD)
*MEMBERSHIP OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT COMMITTEES*
In his capacity as the Governor of Anambra State, he served as a member of:
Federal Government Committee on Minimum Wage.
Federal Government Committee on Negotiation with Labour on Subsidy.
Federal Government Committee on Mass Transit.
Federal Government Committee on Natural Resource.
National Economic Council Committee on Power Sector Reform.
National Economic Council Committee on Sharing of MDGs Funds.
National Economic Council Committee on Accurate Data on Nigeria’s Oil Import and Export.
Agricultural Transformation Implementation Council.
Sub-Committee on Needs Analysis of Public Universities in Nigeria.
National Economic Council Review Committee on the Power Sector.
*AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS*
2015: Golden Jubilee Award from Catholic Diocese of Onitsha for outstanding contribution to quality healthcare delivery in St. Charles Borromeo Hospital in particular and Anambra State in general, on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee celebration of the hospital.
2014: Nigerian Library Association Golden Merit Award for remarkable improvement of libraries in Anambra State, exemplified by his Government's construction of the Kenneth Dike Digital State Library, remarkable upgrade of the Onitsha Divisional Library, and provision of library facilities in secondary schools across the State.
2014: Champion Newspaper Most Outstanding Igbo Man of the Decade.
2014 The Voice Newspaper (Holland) Achievers Award for Outstanding Example in Leadership and Governance.
2013: Silver Bird Man of the Year (with Governor BabatundeFashola of Lagos State).
2012: Business Hallmark Newspaper Man of the Year.
2012: The Golden Award on Prudence – by the Methodist Church of Nigeria as the Most
Financially Prudent Governor in Nigeria.
Yesterday, I signed the Abia State Mini Grid Regulation, formalising a framework that opens our electricity market to competent investors and development partners. The formalisation and adoption of the Abia State Mini Grid regulatory architecture is hinged on the new legal framework which empowers sub-nationals, private investors, and institutions to invest across the electricity value chains, extending access to millions of people, particularly in underserved and unserved communities.
The overarching objective of the framework is to promote the use and adoption of alternative energy options for both domestic and commercial activities. The regulation provides a clear structure for decentralised energy solutions, offering practical answers to technical and commercial questions from investors and consumers. It defines the roles and responsibilities of all stakeholders and establishes mechanisms for resolving disputes efficiently.
I acknowledge the role of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, in advancing the decentralisation of Nigeria’s electricity sector through the amended Electricity Act 2023. By moving electricity to the concurrent legislative list, the Act empowers sub-national governments to shape their energy future. As a direct outcome, the Abia State Electricity Regulatory Agency (ASERA) was established and assumed regulatory oversight in line with the Act’s mandate. This transition positions Abia to lead with clarity and autonomy in energy governance.
I also extend my appreciation to the Honourable Commissioner for Power and Public Utilities, Engr. Ikechukwu Monday, and the entire team for partnering with the relevant stakeholders to get the exercise concluded in good time.
With this regulation, we are unlocking opportunities for small businesses, improving public services, and laying the foundation for inclusive growth and sustainable development across our communities.