The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government remains committed to delivering reliable, accessible, and sustainable electricity to homes, industries, and businesses nationwide in 2026.
Adelabu conveyed the message in his New Year statement, released on Friday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Mr. Bolaji Tunji.
“Looking ahead, our focus remains unshakable: to deliver reliable, accessible, and sustainable electricity to power our homes, industries, and dreams,” the minister said.
He explained that the government’s approach will be guided by continuity and renewed vigour, with plans to enhance grid stability and expand transmission infrastructure. Adelabu also stressed that collaboration with Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) would be intensified to improve service delivery and accelerate metering initiatives across all communities.
“Our Light Up Nigeria initiative remains a priority, focusing on industrial clusters and agricultural hubs to stimulate economic growth and create jobs,” he added.
The minister highlighted that renewable energy development would be a key focus, with solar and hydropower projects deployed to serve underserved areas. He described 2025 as a year of groundwork and deliberate progress in the power sector, citing improvements in national grid stability.
Adelabu noted that the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI), also known as the Siemens deal, had significantly reduced frequent grid collapses experienced in previous years. “As Phase One of the PPI continues, we assure Nigerians of a strengthened grid that will make disturbances a thing of the past,” he said.
Expressing gratitude to Nigerians for their resilience, the minister emphasized that citizen support is critical to building a robust energy future. He called on governments, communities, the private sector, and individuals to collaborate in ongoing reforms, urging protection of power infrastructure and adoption of energy-efficient practices.
Extending greetings to Oyo State residents, Adelabu said the new year would bring measurable progress in the power sector. “To my kinsmen and women in Oyo State, your unwavering support continues to fuel my dedication at the national level,” he said.
