The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has been named the Technology and Innovation Person of the Year at the Progressive Digital Media Summit Dinner, held at the State House Banquet Hall, Abuja.
The award, presented during the high-profile summit, is a recognition of Dr. Abdullahi’s leadership in steering the Energy Commission toward cutting-edge solutions that are reshaping Nigeria’s energy landscape.
The Commission expressed deep appreciation to the organizers for spotlighting the ECN’s ongoing work in technology-driven development.
“This prestigious award reaffirms the Commission’s impactful contributions and commitment to driving progress through innovative solutions,” the statement read.
The ECN described the honour as a motivation to intensify its transformative efforts in line with national energy goals. Dr. Abdullahi, who has led several strategic reforms since assuming office, said the award belongs not to him alone but to the entire Commission and the Nigerian people.
“This recognition is a call to deepen our commitment. We remain focused on promoting sustainable energy development and innovation that will serve generations of Nigerians,” he said.
The Progressive Digital Media Summit is gathering of technocrats, government leaders, and digital innovators, celebrating forward-thinking individuals and institutions that are using media and innovation to drive national development.
