President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Dr Shafic Suleman as the Acting Executive Secretary of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC).

His appointment, in line with Section 33 (1) of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission Act, 1997 (Act 538), takes immediate effect and remains subject to approval by the Board in consultation with the Public Services Commission.

Dr Suleman, a Senior Lecturer at the Institute for Oil and Gas Studies at the University of Cape Coast, brings a wealth of experience in energy, sustainability, and risk management. His expertise spans energy and petroleum economics, energy policy and law, climate change, and finance within the energy sector.

He holds a PhD in Energy and Sustainability from De Montfort University in Leicester, UK, and an MSc in Energy Management from Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, UK. Additionally, he has a BA in Geography from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and an LLB from the University of Cape Coast. Dr Suleman is also a certified Energy Risk Professional (ERP) accredited by the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP-USA).

With years of experience in research, teaching, and consultancy in the energy sector, Dr Suleman is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping PURC’s strategic direction. His knowledge and leadership will be instrumental in regulating Ghana’s electricity, water, and natural gas industries.

In a statement dated February 3, the PURC reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the interests of consumers, utility providers, and stakeholders. It also assured full support for Dr Suleman and President Mahama’s vision for the sector.

The Commission looks forward to a progressive and transformative tenure under Dr Suleman’s leadership.