On Tuesday, April 23, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, unveiled a groundbreaking proposal for the establishment of three gigawatts of solar energy sources in the northern and southwestern regions of Nigeria.
Speaking at a power sector stakeholders interactive dialogue/workshop organized by the House of Representatives Committee on Power, Adelabu emphasized that this innovative approach would significantly address the country’s power challenges.
He also urged state governments to invest in power generation within their respective states, highlighting the importance of hydro energy for coastal cities.
Adelabu further highlighted the pressing issue of transmission collapse, attributing it to the lack of adequate infrastructure.
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He emphasized that a significant portion of the existing infrastructure dates back to the 1960s, underscoring the urgent need for modernization.
Expressing concern over the absence of a backup for the national grid, the minister called for the exploration of alternative energy sources to mitigate the impact of grid failures.
In addition to Adelabu’s remarks, Shettima, another prominent figure at the event, urged states to play a pivotal role in attracting investments to the electricity sector.
He emphasized the importance of recapitalizing distribution companies and ensuring a steady flow of investments to enhance electricity access.
The vice president, represented by Sadiq Wanka, acknowledged the timeliness of the dialogue, recognizing that Nigeria is currently underperforming in terms of providing reliable, affordable, environmentally sustainable, and accessible electricity to all its citizens.
