Nigerians To Enjoy Uninterrupted Electricity By 2027, Says Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu.
The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, has announced that Nigerians can expect a reliable, uninterrupted electricity supply by the end of President Bola Tinubu’s tenure in 2027. Speaking at the commissioning of the Kwaru 1X15MVA 33/11KV injection substation in the Ikotun-Egbe area of Lagos State on 1 August 2025, Adelabu expressed confidence in the government’s ongoing efforts to transform the nation’s power sector, heralding a new era of energy security.
Adelabu highlighted the Tinubu administration’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s long-standing power challenges through a multi-faceted approach. “The present administration, led by His Excellency, Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, with the Renewed Hope Agenda, recognises that energy is the backbone of economic growth and job creation,” he stated. He assured citizens that the President is determined to ensure a stable electricity supply before his term concludes, a promise that has sparked optimism across the country.
The minister outlined significant progress in the power sector, including an increase in Nigeria’s installed generation capacity from 13GW to 14GW, with a peak of 5,801.44 MW and a record daily energy output of 128,370.75 MWh on 4 March 2025. He also noted advancements through the Siemens Project, which has added over 700 MW of transmission capacity, and the mobilisation of ₦700 billion for the Presidential Metering Initiative, alongside a $500 million World Bank fund to install 3.45 million meters. These initiatives, he said, are critical to improving access and reliability for households and businesses.
The newly commissioned substation in Lagos is expected to benefit communities such as Abaranje, Isijola, Igando Road, Omoboriowo, and Okerube, reducing operational challenges for small and medium-sized enterprises and stimulating economic growth. “This project will create new job opportunities and support local businesses,” Adelabu remarked, underscoring its broader economic impact.
However, the minister acknowledged ongoing challenges, particularly in distribution, where losses exceed regulatory limits and customer complaints about service disruptions persist. He pledged to work closely with Distribution Companies (DisCos) to address these issues, emphasising the government’s commitment to energy security. Adelabu also called on Nigerians to protect power infrastructure, citing vandalism as a major setback to progress.
The announcement has generated mixed reactions on platforms like X, with some expressing hope for a brighter future, while others remain sceptical, citing decades of unfulfilled promises. Despite these concerns, Adelabu’s bold pledge, backed by tangible milestones, offers a glimmer of hope that Nigeria’s power woes may soon be a thing of the past.
