Yetunde Margret Sorinola, CFO of Egbin Power Plc, is a governance-focused finance leader in power generation. She specializes in compliance, risk management, tariff modeling and financial stewardship of capital-intensive energy projects. Sorinola is recognized as one of this year’s 20 Under 40 Energy Women Rising Stars for her dedication to driving impactful projects in the energy and power sectors in Africa.
Veuillez donner un bref aperçu de votre parcours dans le secteur de l'énergie qui vous a conduit à votre fonction actuelle. Quelles sont les principales réalisations ou étapes dont vous êtes particulièrement fier ?
I joined Sahara Power Group as a Senior Finance Manager from Dentsu Internation where I was an Associate Finance Director. I was seconded from Sahara Power Group to Egbin Power Plc as Chief Accountant and was later appointed the Chief Finance Officer. Within this period of joining the Egbin Power Plc, I championed the Finance Digital Transformation of the Business.
Le secteur de l'énergie est connu pour sa complexité. Quels sont les principaux défis auxquels vous avez été confronté et comment les avez-vous relevés pour atteindre vos objectifs ?
The power sector is really a very complex sector plagued by myriads of challenges. A major challenge in the power sector is the liquidity constraints. This is a limiting factor to the achievement of our strategic goals of doubling Egbin’s Capacity and fulfilment of our financial obligations on operation and maintenance contract and to our gas suppliers. In the mist of these constraints, being able to allocate the limited financial resources amongst competing needs has made Egbin Power a Market leader in the Power Generation Business contributing a minimum of 15% of Power to the National Grid.
Quels conseils donneriez-vous aux jeunes femmes qui aspirent à exceller dans le secteur de l'énergie ? Y a-t-il des stratégies ou des mentalités spécifiques qui vous ont aidée à surmonter les obstacles et à atteindre votre position actuelle ?
My advice to young women aspiring to excel in the energy sector is to always think outside the box. Do not accept NO for an answer. Keep making a difference and keep showing up.
Une carrière dans l'énergie peut être exigeante. Pouvez-vous nous décrire une journée typique de votre vie ?
My day starts with committing every aspect of my life to God for insight on how to navigate the day. Ensures all that needs to be attended to in my home front is done. Depending on the day of the week, a morning check with my team to get direct feedback. Followed by settling down on my desk to attend to my priority list.
À l'avenir, quels changements ou progrès espérez-vous voir dans le secteur de l'énergie ? Comment envisagez-vous votre rôle dans l'élaboration de cet avenir ?
In the power sector specifically, I look forward to a divestment of the power transmission side of the sector to encourage increased investment in the grid system so that stranded capacity at the generation side can be unlocked and even increased investment in the generation capacity. I see my role as a finance and business leader take a front role in decision making and advisory.
