- Nigeria set a new record with 5,801.84 MW power generation and 128,370.75 MWh daily energy output.
- Minister Adebayo Adelabu credited power sector reforms and urged collaboration from stakeholders to maintain progress.
- Plans include expanding renewable energy capacity to diversify Nigeria’s energy mix and ensure future stability.
Nigeria has achieved a new power generation record, evacuating 5,801.84 megawatts (MW) and producing a daily maximum energy output of 128,370.75 megawatt-hours (MWh). Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser on Strategic Communication to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, confirmed this, marking the highest figures in Nigeria’s history.
Tunji credited the milestone to the government’s power sector reforms and President Bola Tinubu’s focus on delivering stable electricity for economic growth.
“These numbers represent more than statistics; they signal a brighter future for Nigeria, with businesses growing, homes enjoying uninterrupted power, and the economy thriving,” Tunji stated. He emphasised the need to maintain and surpass these records in the future.
Minister Adebayo Adelabu pointed to the efforts of the Federal Ministry of Power and stakeholders who have worked to tackle long-standing challenges and improve Nigeria’s power infrastructure. They focused on upgrading transmission and distribution networks and introduced innovative technologies and policy reforms to boost efficiency and accountability.
The Minister urged continuous support and collaboration from state governments, private investors, and the public. He stressed that everyone must contribute to sustaining growth in the power sector.
“We cannot relax. The work ahead remains significant, and achieving further progress demands collective effort. Together, we can build a power sector that drives Nigeria’s economic growth,” Adelabu asserted.
The Federal Ministry of Power has taken steps to improve the efficiency of power generation companies (GenCos) and the transmission company (TCN). This includes upgrading existing plants and enhancing grid stability. The government has invited private investors to bring fresh capital and expertise to expand these initiatives.
Ongoing reforms aim to ensure transparency and strengthen regulatory frameworks. New policies promote accountability across the power value chain, with stricter oversight on service delivery and tariff adjustments, providing fair pricing for consumers.
Minister Adelabu acknowledged that challenges persist but affirmed that Nigeria is on the right path. He reiterated the government’s determination to keep working with all stakeholders to secure long-term improvements in the power sector.
He also emphasised the need to expand Nigeria’s renewable energy capacity. Increasing investments in solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects will help diversify the country’s energy mix and support future demand.
In his final remarks, the Minister called on Nigerians to actively support the government’s efforts. “Together, we can sustain these gains and make further improvements to ensure reliable power for everyone,” Adelabu concluded.