Power Outage: Tegbe assures Nigerians of swift restoration as electricity disruptions in Lagos, Abuja

The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has apologised to Nigerians for the decline in electricity supply across the nation, promising a swift restoration. In a statement released through Adeola Adelabu, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Tegbe assured the public that steps are being taken to return to normal electricity supply.

The Federal Ministry of Power noted that certain states like Lagos, Abuja, Ogun, Kwara, and Oyo have experienced reduced power supply recently, following previous periods of improved service. The ministry recognizes the inconvenience this has caused for households, businesses, and public institutions, and acknowledges the impact of every hour without power.

Initial investigations indicate that the disruptions are not due to any major or systemic failure of the national grid, but rather due to maintenance and operational issues within the power ecosystem, coupled with a decrease in gas supply to thermal power stations and reduced output from hydroelectric stations caused by lower water levels in reservoirs.

All these issues are being addressed. Tegbe is collaborating closely with the Transmission Company of Nigeria, NISO, and Distribution Companies (DisCos) to expedite the restoration of normal supply. He has tasked them to resolve operational constraints, accelerate ongoing maintenance, and keep the public informed. The ministry reaffirms its dedication to the improvements already achieved and to enhancing the reliability and quality of electricity supply nationwide, emphasizing that Nigerians deserve better power, and this administration is committed to delivering it.

Tegbe thanks the public for their patience and understanding, promising further updates as the restoration process unfolds.