Nigerian Power Minister Acknowledges Persistent Supply Gaps

Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe confirmed that a large portion of Nigerians still experience unreliable electricity, despite the government's ongoing efforts to expand generation and upgrade the grid. The statement follows recent initiatives aimed at boosting capacity and improving transmission infrastructure. Tegbe’s remarks highlight the continuing disconnect between policy measures and on‑the‑ground reality, underscoring that many households and businesses still face frequent outages and voltage fluctuations. The acknowledgment comes at a time when the sector remains a critical bottleneck for economic growth and public services. While the minister did not outline new measures, the admission signals that further investment and reforms will be necessary to close the reliability gap and meet the country’s growing energy demand.