Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu has issued a public apology to Nigerians over the persistent electricity outages and unstable power supply affecting homes and businesses across the country.
Gatekeepers News reports that speaking during a press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, the minister acknowledged the hardship caused by the situation, particularly as extreme weather conditions continue to worsen living conditions and disrupt economic activities nationwide.
“I want to apologise, coming from me as a minister of power, for this temporary issue that is leading to hardship being experienced,” he said.
Adelabu explained that the crisis is largely linked to seasonal and structural challenges within Nigeria’s power sector. He noted that the intense heat associated with the dry season has significantly increased electricity demand while also putting pressure on generation and transmission infrastructure.
“It is not our wish to find ourselves in this situation, but it is some factors that are actually beyond our control,” he said.
The minister further highlighted that reduced water levels affecting hydroelectric power stations, alongside technical faults in some generation plants and constraints in the national grid, have contributed to the erratic supply. He added that maintenance issues and gas supply limitations to thermal plants have also played a role in the decline in power output.
Adelabu assured Nigerians that efforts are ongoing to stabilise the grid and improve electricity distribution, noting that relevant agencies are working to address technical faults and optimise available generation capacity. He also hinted at longer-term reforms aimed at strengthening the power sector and preventing recurring outages.
The apology comes amid growing public frustration, as households, businesses, and industries continue to grapple with unreliable electricity, leading to increased dependence on alternative power sources and rising operational costs.
