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Tetracore Energy Group expands board with new directors to advance Africa’s energy growth.
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Appointees Oscar Onyema, Aisha Balewa, and Ayodele Oni bring decades of leadership experience.
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The decision aligns with Tetracore’s focus on sustainability, innovation, and long-term value creation.
Tetracore Energy Group, a leading integrated midstream–downstream energy company in Nigeria and Africa, has announced the appointment of Oscar N. Onyema, OON, Aisha Balewa Abubakar, and Dr. Ayodele Oni to its Board of Directors.
The additions bring significant experience and strategic insight to a company positioning itself at the forefront of Africa’s evolving energy sector.
Strengthening governance for long-term growth
The new board members join existing directors, President and CEO Olakunle Williams, Kemi Williams, Okezie Okah-Avae, and Oladayo Williams, expanding the board’s depth of leadership and expertise. Over the years, Tetracore has steadily built a reputation for innovation and resilience across the energy value chain. From expanding natural gas infrastructure and distributing gas across Nigeria and beyond to becoming the nation’s largest gas trading and autogas distribution company, the Group continues to shape the future of Africa’s energy ecosystem.
Tetracore has also advanced hybrid renewable energy projects that power industrial clusters and communities, underscoring its role in Africa’s energy transition. The company said the strengthened board represents a strategic step in consolidating past achievements while guiding the next phase of growth.
“The energy future of Africa will be driven by strong institutions and visionary leadership,” said Olakunle Williams, President and CEO of Tetracore Energy Group. “Welcoming our new directors marks a defining moment for Tetracore as we continue to deliver reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy solutions across the continent.”
Profiles of Tetracore Energy Group new directors
Oscar N. Onyema, OON, a prominent figure in Nigeria’s financial and capital markets, brings more than 25 years of leadership experience across finance, energy, and technology. As the former CEO of the Nigerian Stock Exchange (now NGX Group), he transformed the institution through transparency, investor confidence, and global engagement. His leadership earned him several awards, including Transformational Leadership in the Nigerian Capital Markets (2018) and Meritorious Service to the Development of the Stock Exchange (2021).
At Tetracore, Onyema’s deep expertise in capital markets and financial innovation will help drive new strategic partnerships and investment opportunities within Nigeria’s growing energy infrastructure sector.
Aisha Balewa Abubakar, a respected strategist and advocate for sustainable enterprise, joins with more than 30 years of experience in banking and finance. As a former Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria, she led collaborations with key global institutions including the U.S. Federal Reserve, IMF, and WAIFEM. She holds an MA in Human Resource Management and an Executive Certificate in Public Leadership from Harvard Kennedy School of Government. Her appointment reflects Tetracore’s dedication to sustainability, inclusion, and corporate governance.
Dr. Ayodele Oni, an internationally recognized energy lawyer and consultant, adds technical and regulatory depth to the board. Ranked among the world’s leading energy lawyers by Chambers and Partners and Legal 500, Oni has advised national and multinational energy firms on complex projects. His blend of legal precision and commercial insight will strengthen Tetracore’s oversight of gas commercialization, renewable energy, and infrastructure development.
With these appointments, Tetracore Energy Group reinforces its mission to shape Africa’s energy narrative through innovation, leadership, and sustainable value creation. Backed by a dynamic board and experienced management team, the company aims to accelerate industrialization, expand clean energy access, and power growth across communities and industries.
President/CEO Olakunle Williams, Kemi Williams, Okezie Okah-Avae, Oladayo Williams, and the newly appointed directors will continue to drive Tetracore’s mission to advance industrialization, promote cleaner energy adoption, and empower communities through reliable access to power.
