Nigeria’s power generation recorded a modest increase, rising from 3,951 megawatts (MW) to 4,300MW between March 28 and April 10, according to the Federal Government.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations to the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu.
Tunji explained that the improvement aligns with earlier assurances by the minister that electricity supply would see noticeable progress within a short timeframe. He attributed the increase largely to improved gas supply to thermal power plants, which rose from about 605 million standard cubic feet per day (mmscfd) to over 704 mmscfd during the period.
He added that mechanical availability in the sector remained stable, peaking at over 7,796MW in early April, while operational availability also improved significantly—from about 4,208MW to over 4,694MW—reflecting better efficiency in converting gas into electricity.
Despite minor daily fluctuations, Tunji noted that the overall trend indicates a gradual recovery in the power sector, driven by stronger gas supply and improved coordination among key stakeholders. He emphasised that the close link between gas availability and electricity generation highlights the need for sustained reforms in the gas-to-power value chain.
To consolidate the gains, the minister recently inaugurated a Gas-to-Power Monitoring Committee tasked with ensuring steady gas supply, addressing delivery bottlenecks, and enhancing collaboration between gas producers and power generation companies.
Tunji assured Nigerians that ongoing reforms and targeted interventions would continue to deliver measurable improvements in electricity supply, even though challenges remain.
“We are not there yet, but we will continue to ensure measurable improvements,” he said.
Meanwhile, Adelabu has urged the new management of the Nigeria Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) to improve its internally generated revenue and reduce reliance on government funding.
During a meeting with NEMSA’s Managing Director, Olusegun Adesayo, and Board Chairman, Ikechi Nwosu, the minister also called for the establishment of more meter testing centres nationwide.
He further stressed the need for collaboration with the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) to address manpower shortages, particularly in meter installation, as part of efforts to bridge Nigeria’s metering gap.
