The Federal Government has assured Nigerians of better electricity supply as it steps up efforts to address the gas shortages affecting power generation across the country.
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, gave the assurance in his Eid-el-Fitr message on Thursday, noting that recent government interventions are beginning to ease the long-standing gas constraints limiting electricity output.
He said concrete measures are being implemented to ensure a more stable and sustainable power supply for homes, businesses, and industries.
According to him, reforms introduced under President Bola Tinubu are gradually producing results, with noticeable improvements expected soon.
The move comes amid worsening electricity shortages caused by a dispute between gas suppliers and power generation companies over an estimated N3.3 trillion debt. The standoff has disrupted gas supply to thermal power plants, further reducing electricity generation nationwide.
Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Power Generation Companies, Joy Ogaji, had earlier warned that the mounting debt across the power sector could trigger a major crisis if not urgently addressed.
Data from the Nigerian Independent System Operator shows that power generation has fallen below 4,000 megawatts in recent weeks, largely due to insufficient gas supply. While plants require about 1,629.75 million standard cubic feet of gas per day to function optimally, supply as of February 23, 2026, was only 692.00 mmscf—less than 43 per cent of demand.
As a result, Nigerians across various electricity bands continue to face prolonged blackouts, compounded by rising fuel costs and intense heat.
Despite these challenges, Adelabu expressed optimism that ongoing measures will soon yield visible improvements. He emphasised that resolving gas supply issues is key to stabilising the power sector and urged Nigerians to remain patient during the transition.
He also called for public support, noting that the president’s ongoing engagements—including recent meetings in the United Kingdom—are expected to attract investment and strengthen power infrastructure.
The minister maintained that with sustained reforms and collaboration, the government remains committed to delivering improved and reliable electricity supply.