{
  "id": 9146770,
  "title": "Many Nigerians still lack reliable electricity supply – Power minister",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/many-nigerians-still-lack-reliable-electricity-supply-power-minister",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-22T13:50:44.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/many-nigerians-still-lack-reliable-electricity-supply-power-minister/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe has acknowledged that many Nigerians still lack reliable electricity despite ongoing efforts by the Federal Government to improve power supply. In a post on social media, Tegbe expressed understanding for Nigerians' frustration, noting that his administration has focused on diagnosing and addressing longstanding challenges in the sector. These include restoring the 375-megawatt Alaoji power plant, unlocking transmission capacity in various locations, and mobilising funds to tackle the sector's financial issues. However, Tegbe admitted that these efforts have yet to translate into reliable electricity for many Nigerians, emphasizing that fixing the power sector requires time and sustained reforms. He ruled out the possibility of a tariff hike, stating that there is no plan to increase electricity tariffs, neither is it a political statement. Tegbe reaffirmed his commitment to improving grid stability, electricity supply reliability, billing accuracy, and ensuring faster resolution of consumer complaints, thanking all officials and Nigerians for their continuous engagement on the issues.",
  "summary": "The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has acknowledged that many Nigerians are still without reliable electricity supply despite ongoing government efforts. Read More: https://punchng.com/many-nigerians-still-lack-reliable-electricity-supply-power-minister/",
  "key_points": [
    "Many Nigerians still lack reliable electricity despite government efforts.",
    "Minister Joseph Tegbe acknowledges ongoing challenges in power sector.",
    "No plan to increase electricity tariffs, committed to improvements."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Many Nigerians still lack reliable electricity supply – Power minister",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/many-nigerians-still-lack-reliable-electricity-supply-power-minister-9148082",
        "published": "2026-09-22T14:02:41.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "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."
}