Power supply to improve soon — Minister Adelabu
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has said that electricity supply in the country is expected to improve soon as reforms begin to take effect. He made this statement during a meeting of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry held in Lagos. Adelabu noted that recent improvements, including higher power generation, show that ongoing reforms are […]
We’re On It’ – Power Minister Begs Nigerians Over Blackout
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to citizens over the recent widespread blackout. Speaking in Abuja, he admitted that the outages have caused hardship for homes, businesses, and schools, especially during the hot season. He explained that the crisis was largely due to gas supply issues and ongoing repairs on key pipelines. Adelabu, […]
2027: Oyo APC yet to pick gubernatorial candidate – Adelabu insists
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) has not selected any governorship candidate for Oyo State ahead of 2027. He made this clarification following rumours that the party had already picked candidates in states like Oyo, Lagos, and Ogun. Adelabu, who is also an aspirant, insisted that no official […]
Nigerians to face persistent blackout as gas suppliers vow to halt supply over N3.3tn debt
Electricity shortages in Nigeria could worsen as gas suppliers reportedly threaten to stop supplying fuel to power plants over unpaid debts. The warning was revealed by Dr. Joy Ogaji, CEO of the Association of Power Generation Companies, during an interview on Fresh FM. Ogaji explained that the country’s unstable electricity supply is largely linked to […]
NLC raises alarm over alleged N20bn ‘emergency’ spending in TCN
The Nigeria Labour Congress has raised concerns over an alleged plan within the Transmission Company of Nigeria to spend nearly ₦20 billion on electricity grid expansion projects. In a letter sent to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, the union warned that the proposed spending, described as “emergency refurbishment,” could be used to bypass normal […]
Nigerians will enjoy uninterrupted power supply before Tinubu leaves office – Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured citizens that there will be uninterrupted electricity supply across the country before President Bola Ahmed Tinubu completes his tenure in 2031. He made this known during the commissioning of a new power project, the Kwaru 1X15 MVA 33/11KV Injection Substation, located in the Ikotun-Egbe area of Lagos […]
Tariff increase will push available power generation to 7,000MW — Minister of Power
Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that the country’s available power generation will increase to 7,000 megawatts (MW) with the planned electricity tariff adjustment. This follows Nigeria’s recent record peak power generation of 5,801.84MW. According to a statement by his adviser, Bolaji Tunji, Adelabu explained that adjusting electricity tariffs is necessary for improving […]
UCH power crisis embarrassment to Nigerian Government – Minister
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has agreed to restore electricity at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan. This decision came after a meeting involving the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, UCH’s Chief Medical Director, Professor Jesse Otegbayo, and IBEDC’s Managing Director, Francis Agoha. UCH has struggled with power issues for over a year, facing […]
Tinubu’s minister, Adelabu visits UCH over weeks of power outage
Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, has visited the University College Hospital (UCH) in Ibadan, Oyo State, to meet with hospital management and discuss the ongoing power crisis. The hospital has been experiencing frequent power outages for the past year, causing major disruptions. The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) disconnected the hospital’s power supply three […]
FG to spend N8bn on orientating Nigerians on payment of electricity bills – Minister
The Federal Government of Nigeria is planning to spend N8 billion in 2025 to help educate citizens on the importance of paying their electricity bills on time. This initiative, aimed at improving the country’s power sector, was announced by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, during a discussion of the ministry’s budget before the National […]