WorldStage Newsonline– The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu has said that the Federal Government was committed to achieving 24 hours power supply as the citizens, industries, and economy can no longer wait for promises.
Adelabu said in Abuja on Thursday at the 4th Power Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PCAN) Annual Workshop with the theme “Power Sector: Ending the Talk, Time for Action” that government’s policies were focused on ending the challenges facing the country’s power sector.
Represented by the Director of Renewable Energy, Ministry of Power, Mr Sunday Owolabi, he said the theme of the workshop was not only timely but crucial for the growth and sustainability of our nation’s energy future.
”For many years, we have had discussions, deliberations, and strategic dialogues on the challenges facing the power sector,” he said.
”We have heard the calls for reforms, the promises of growth, and the visions of a brighter energy future.
”Yet, it is clear that words alone will no longer suffice. We have reached a pivotal moment where the time for action has arrived.”
According to him, the government remained fully committed to transforming Nigeria’s power sector through meaningful and actionable reforms.
”We are focused on ensuring that our policies are not only visionary but also practical, impactful, and sustainable,” he said.
“Efforts are ongoing to address infrastructure gaps, enhance power generation, and improve transmission networks, as well as the vital reforms in distribution and the full implementation of the electricity market.
“We are resolute in our mission to improve the power supply for every Nigerian, as we transition from words to action,.”
The minister called on all stakeholders, including investors, regulators, and the media represented by PCAN to play their critical roles in the transformation of the power sector.
He said that the media job of informing the public, holding government accountable, and providing constructive feedback was essential as the ministry strive to build a resilient power sector that meets the needs of our growing nation.
Mr Aliyu Tahir, the Managing Director, Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), said that the gathering presented an invaluable opportunity for reflection, learning, and collaboration among the key players who shape the country’s power sector.
According to him, NEMSA is steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the efficient production of safe, reliable and sustainable electricity supply.
”This year has seen various challenges and milestones in the power sector, from the rapid expansion of infrastructure to the modernisation efforts aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and safety across the country.
“NEMSA has been proactive in addressing these challenges, and we have made significant strides in electrical safety and quality management to support the stability and reliability of our power systems.
”Our mandate is clear: to ensure that every Nigerian has access to safe electricity, and to protect lives and property
by upholding quality standards in the sector, ”he said.
Tahir said that NEMSA was also keen on strengthening partnerships with other stakeholders adding that the agency believed that such strides would promote a culture of excellence, innovation, and responsibility.
”As we deliberate, discuss, and engage over the course of this workshop, | urge us all to stay committed to our shared vision.
”Let us keep the safety of our people at the heart of all that we do, ensuring that the growth of the power sector is synonymous with quality, sustainability, and reliability,” he said.
