{
  "id": 19401599,
  "title": "Nigeria can’t solve power crisis without private sector — Obasanjo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/nigeria-cant-solve-power-crisis-without-private-sector-obasanjo-19401599",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-10T21:50:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/nigeria-cant-solve-power-crisis-without-private-sector-obasanjo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasized that Nigeria cannot resolve its ongoing power crisis without the private sector playing a larger role. In an address at the Youth Governance Dialogue in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Obasanjo argued that government efforts alone have not been successful in addressing the country's energy issues. He urged for a shift in strategy akin to the telecommunications industry's transformation, transferring more responsibility to private operators. Obasanjo noted that despite government intervention, the electricity challenge remains unresolved. He stressed that energy is a vital catalyst for economic growth and national development, yet Nigeria has made little headway in tackling its power predicament. The ex-leader expressed hope that young Nigerians with innovative ideas can contribute to solving the crisis, but cautioned them to gain the necessary skills to effectively interact with government bodies.",
  "summary": "Former President Olusegun Obasanjo says Nigeria cannot solve its persistent electricity crisis until the private sector takes greater responsibility. Read More: https://punchng.com/nigeria-cant-solve-power-crisis-without-private-sector-obasanjo/",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}