Minister of power, Joseph Tegbe, has told Nigerians not to expect 24 hours power supply but assured that there will be visible improvement in the sector within the shortest time possible.
He stated this while addressing a committee of senators during his screening for the ministerial appointment.
“I will not stand here and say tomorrow, I will give you 24 hours electricity. But what I will tell you, and I will be very honest about it, is that I will ensure that visible improvement is seen across the country in the shortest time possible,” Tegbe said.
According to Tegbe, the power sector remains fundamental to productivity and national confidence, describing its reform as one of the most daunting national tasks.
The minister noted that despite years of reforms and investments, Nigerians continue to experience inconsistent electricity supply, estimated billing, and uncertainty.
“I will replace uncertainty for Nigerians with clarity, and inefficiency with discipline.”
He disclosed that Nigeria currently has a 44 per cent metering gap, noting that government efforts had led to the rollout of millions of meters in the past year, even though more progress is needed.
Tegbe said his focus will be on distribution, gas and generation stability, transmission efficiency, accountability and transparency across the sector.
“We must reduce system disturbances and strengthen transmission, tariffs must reflect services, and tariffs must justify service, and we must close the trust gap between operators and our citizens,” the minister said.
