Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians over the persistent electricity outages recorded in recent weeks, admitting the situation has worsened hardship across the country.
Speaking at a press conference in Abuja on Tuesday, the minister acknowledged the impact of the blackouts on homes, businesses, schools, and industries, especially amid rising temperatures during the dry season.
“I want to apologise to Nigerians… for this temporary issue that is leading to hardship,” Adelabu said, noting that the disruptions were caused by factors largely beyond the government’s control.
Despite the challenges, he assured that efforts are underway to restore stable power supply, projecting noticeable improvements within two weeks.
According to him, ongoing repairs to gas pipelines and renewed commitments from suppliers are expected to boost electricity generation.
Adelabu explained that the government has set up a committee to monitor compliance with domestic gas supply obligations, a long-standing issue affecting power generation. He also noted that improved payment systems for gas producers would help incentivise supply to power plants.
The minister attributed the current crisis to disruptions in gas supply, pipeline maintenance challenges, and financial constraints within the sector, while emphasising that work is ongoing to stabilise the system.
He reiterated the Federal Government’s target to increase electricity generation to 6,000 megawatts before the end of 2026, describing the current situation as a temporary setback in a broader plan to improve power supply nationwide.