Nigeria will achieve stable 24-hour power supply within the next five years.
This is according to the Managing Director, Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Engr. Sule Abdulaziz.
He disclosed this in an interview with Channels Television in Abuja.
While responding to a question about when the country could generate between 20,000 and 25,000 megawatts needed for consistent power, he assured that this goal would be achieved in under five years.
“You know you said whether we can get it in ten years. I’m telling you we are going to get it in less than five years.
“The Minister they put now is looking at what the problems are. He is not doing cosmetic shows. He is looking at what he will do to increase light in this country. That’s why I’m sure we are going to succeed,” he stated.
The managing director further noted that some Nigerians are already experiencing a relatively stable power supply and that many would agree there has been a noticeable improvement in the nation’s electricity sector.
He attributed the progress to the competence of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, whose leadership has driven a steady increase in power generation and supply.
“If you ask Nigerians honestly, they all know there is improvement in power now when this regime came. From the time Adelabu took over till now, there has been a great improvement and this improvement is going to continue,” Abdulaziz said.
He further stated that electricity supply is still relatively cheaper in Nigeria compared to other countries, and mentioned countries such as Niger, Burkina Faso and Senegal as some of the places where citizens pay more for electricity than Nigerians.
“Yes, electricity is now expensive in Nigeria but we are feeling it’s expensive because we are getting it at a cheaper price. If you go to other African countries like Niger, Burkina Faso, Senegal and others, still now Nigeria is cheaper,” Abdulaziz added.
