Engr. Kharin Komuko

Engr. Kharin Akari Komuko is a professional electrical engineer and Nigerian politician who serves as the Commissioner for Public Utilities (formerly Commissioner for Power) in Bayelsa State. He is a central figure in Governor Douye Diri’s “Prosperity Administration,” specifically tasked with solving the state’s energy and utility infrastructure challenges.

Professional Profile & Career
Background: With over 15 years in the Nigerian power sector, he has experience as a Senior Engineer at NDPHC and Project Coordinator for rural electrification with the Bayelsa Electricity Board.
Memberships: Registered with the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) and a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).
Education: Holds an M.Sc. in Energy Management (University of Port Harcourt) and a B.Eng. in Electrical Engineering (Rivers State University of Science and Technology).

Key Initiatives and Recent Actions (2024–2026)
Power Restoration: Led efforts to restore electricity following major vandalism of transmission towers.
Infrastructure Development: Overseeing the Bayelsa State Gas Turbine Power Plant Project.
International Collaboration: Led a 2025 delegation to Germany to discuss energy and vocational training opportunities.