Nigeria's Power Minister, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, announced that over 40% of Nigerians now receive approximately 20 hours of electricity daily, attributing this improvement to government initiatives. The ministry also reported generating over 5,500 megawatts of electricity, marking a significant step toward a more reliable power supply.
Chief Adebayo Adelabu, Nigeria's Minister of Power, announced a significant milestone: over 40% of Nigerians now benefit from approximately 20 hours of electricity daily. In a statement, he attributed this achievement to various initiatives implemented by the government to enhance the stability and regularity of power supply across the nation.
Adelabu highlighted that one of the ministry’s notable accomplishments in the past year is the generation of over 5,500 megawatts of electricity. He emphasized the critical role of stable electricity in fostering economic growth, stating, “Today, we generate over 5,500 megawatts of power, transmit and distribute it, ensuring that over 40% of customers enjoy regular power supply.”
The minister noted a marked improvement in electricity supply since he took office, expressing optimism about further advancements in the future. Despite the encouraging statistics, reactions from citizens have varied, with some expressing skepticism about the claims made by the minister. Concerns about affordability and the actual reliability of electricity supply continue to dominate public discourse.
