Tetracore Energy Group has announced the appointment of Mr. Dayo Williams as Managing Director of its subsidiaries, a strategic initiative designed to enhance Nigeria’s leadership in sustainable and dependable energy solutions. The appointment highlights the company’s dedication to fostering local talent and expediting the country’s industrial energy transition.
Mr Williams, formerly serving as Programme Executive at Tetracore Energy Group, will now be responsible for the strategic management and expansion of Tetracore Energy Limited, Tetracore Gas Limited, and Tetracore CNG Solutions Limited. His promotion exemplifies the Group’s commitment to enabling Nigerian professionals to assume key leadership positions in the continent’s energy transition.
A Nigerian Leader Leading the Energy Transition
With over 15 years of expertise in commercial law, corporate strategy, and large-scale energy transactions, Mr. Williams has made substantial contributions to Nigeria’s energy industry. His professional experience encompasses the oil, gas, and power sectors, establishing him as one of Nigeria’s leading executives driving the transition to healthier energy sources.
During his tenure, Mr.. Williams directed numerous significant initiatives, including:
- Implementation of a 6.2 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) CNG mother station in Ogun State, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s domestic gas infrastructure.
- Establishment of mini-LNG centres to improve industrial access to sustainable energy sources.
- Supervision of the 5.2 mmscfd CNG mother station in Tema, Ghana, enhancing Nigeria’s strategic position within West Africa’s energy sector.
- Expansion of the Auto-CNG distribution network, presently supporting Dangote Cement’s expanding fleet of CNG vehicles.
- Implementation of integrated gas-to-power solutions for Nigeria’s industrial clusters, aiming to mitigate the nation’s energy access challenges.
- Beyond his corporate accomplishments, Mr Williams holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Lagos Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) Power Sector Group, where he actively participates in shaping national policies on electricity tariffs, grid decentralisation, and gas-to-power frameworks — essential components for Nigeria’s industrial and economic development.
Impact on Nigeria’s Energy Objectives
Under Mr Williams’s leadership, Tetracore has established itself as Nigeria’s leading gas trading enterprise, with facilities located in Ogun State, Benin, and Ghana, along with a mobile refuelling unit positioned at Dangote Cement’s Ibese plant. This operational footprint corresponds with the Federal Government’s initiative to promote domestic gas utilisation and facilitate the energy transition towards cleaner, more sustainable sources.
Mr. Olakunle Williams, Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Tetracore Energy Group, commended the appointment, stating:
Dayo’s appointment exemplifies his outstanding leadership and steadfast commitment to Tetracore’s mission of increasing access to affordable, greener energy. His demonstrated track record will support our ongoing efforts to foster innovation and development during Nigeria’s redefinition of its energy future.
Dedication to Local Talent and Sustainable Development
In discussing his new position, Mr. Dayo Williams conveyed appreciation and a positive outlook:
It is an honour to assume this responsibility within a proudly Nigerian organisation that has established itself as a significant contributor to influencing Africa’s energy sector. I look forward to collaborating with our teams to generate greater value for industries and communities, and to supporting Nigeria’s progress towards sustainable energy solutions.
This appointment reveals Tetracore Energy Group’s dedication to fostering local talent, supporting Nigerian professionals, and aligning its business expansion with the nation’s industrial development objectives. It also emphasises the company’s overarching objective of supporting Nigeria’s aspiration to establish itself as a regional energy hub by utilising natural gas and pioneering renewable energy technologies.
A Moment for Nigeria’s Energy Industry
With the Nigerian government’s renewed focus on domestic gas utilisation, decentralised power solutions, and industrial energy efficiency, the appointment of Mr Williams occurs at a critical juncture. His expertise and leadership are anticipated to steer Tetracore’s subsidiaries in executing projects that promote job creation, enhance energy security, and strengthen economic resilience.
For The Nigerian Patriot and its readership, this narrative is more than merely a change in corporate leadership it underscores the advent of Nigerian-led initiatives addressing Africa’s energy issues, reaffirming the country’s position as a vital catalyst in the region’s transition towards sustainable and inclusive development.
