By Hajara Abdullahi
The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians of a sustained and reliable electricity supply in 2026.
This was revealed in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Mr. Bolaji Tunji, on Friday in Abuja.
According to Tunji, Adelabu gave the assurance in his New Year message to Nigerians, emphasizing that the path forward would be driven by continuity and renewed vigour, with efforts focused on enhancing grid stability and expanding transmission infrastructure.
“Looking ahead, our focus remains unshakable: to deliver reliable, accessible, and sustainable electricity to power our homes, industries, and dreams,” he said.
Adelabu noted that collaboration with Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) would be intensified to improve service delivery across the country and ensure metering initiatives reach every community.
“Our Light Up Nigeria initiative remains a priority, focusing on industrial clusters and agricultural hubs to stimulate economic growth and job creation,” he added.
The Minister further emphasized that renewable energy development would be prioritised, with solar and hydropower projects deployed to power underserved communities.
He described 2025 as a year of focused groundwork and deliberate strides in the power sector, despite prevailing challenges, noting that progress had been made in strengthening the national grid and improving overall stability.
Speaking on the issue of frequent grid collapses, Adelabu stated that the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI), also known as the Siemens Deal, had contributed significantly to addressing the problem.
“As Phase One of the PPI continues, we assure Nigerians of a strengthened grid that will make such disturbances a thing of the past,” he said.
The Minister thanked Nigerians for their resilience, reaffirming that their support remained critical to building a robust energy future.
“The journey ahead requires a united front,” he added, urging Nigerians to protect power infrastructure and adopt energy-efficient practices, which he described as vital national contributions. He also called on communities, governments, and the private sector to partner in ongoing reforms.