- The Federal Ministry of Power has proposed an N8 billion budget for 2025 to educate Nigerians through various media channels on the timely payment of electricity bills.
- Minister Adebayo Adelabu emphasised the need for nationwide re-orientation to protect power assets, avoid theft, and ensure regular bill payments.
The Federal Ministry of Power has proposed a budget of N8 billion for 2025 to educate Nigerians on the importance of timely payment of electricity bills. The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, revealed this initiative, which aims to address the challenges of power theft, poor payment habits, and the protection of national power assets.
The proposal was made during the minister’s presentation of the ministry’s budget to the National Assembly’s joint committee on power. Adelabu explained that the campaign would be conducted through multiple media platforms, including social, digital, and print, to reach Nigeria’s diverse population of over 200 million effectively.
The minister emphasised the need for a nationwide reorientation regarding the country’s power sector. He noted that many Nigerians still need to understand that electricity is not a free resource and that the sector’s infrastructure and assets must be protected to ensure a stable power supply across the nation.
“The power sector is a national asset that requires collective ownership and protection,” Adelabu said. He highlighted that avoiding power theft and ensuring regular bill payments were critical to the government’s advocacy.
He further stressed the importance of empowering citizens to report incidents of power theft, urging them to take an active role in protecting the nation’s energy infrastructure. According to Adelabu, the federal government believes that much more needs to be done regarding public education to ensure responsible electricity usage.
He explained that this initiative’s proposed N8 billion budget reflects the government’s commitment to improving the power sector and raising awareness of these vital issues. The campaign is expected to promote a greater understanding of the direct link between responsible electricity consumption and the overall stability of the nation’s power system.
In his remarks, the minister pointed out that regular payment of electricity bills was not just about fulfilling a civic duty but about supporting the growth and sustainability of the power sector. “Our people need to understand that paying their electricity bills is essential to maintaining the infrastructure that powers homes, businesses, and industries,” Adelabu said.
He added that the government would continue to work towards fostering an environment where the power sector is seen as a vital part of Nigeria’s national development. The proposed advocacy campaign is part of the government’s broader strategy to tackle the ongoing challenges in the power sector, which include electricity shortages, power theft, and poor customer payment compliance.
It reflects the government’s commitment to enhance public awareness and ensure that all Nigerians use electricity responsibly. The ministry hopes that the success of this initiative will contribute to the long-term stability and growth of the nation’s energy sector.