Electricity crises: Minister gives fresh update as power returns to five states
Power Minister Announces Restoration of Electricity in Several States
LAGOS, Nigeria — Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe announced on Monday the restoration of electricity to numerous areas affected by recent power disruptions in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Kwara, and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
In an update shared via his social media account, Tegbe stated that efforts to fully restore electricity supply to the remaining affected locations are ongoing. He noted, “Power has since been restored to many of the areas earlier impacted by power disruptions, largely in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Kwara, and the FCT.”
Additionally, the minister reported that the vandalized Benin-Egbin 330kV transmission line has been repaired and is now operational. He explained that the restoration of this line has boosted power supply to the Lagos Complex to over 1,000 megawatts, reinstating the capacity levels seen prior to the disruptions.
Tegbe emphasized that the Ministry of Power is collaborating with key stakeholders in the energy sector, including Generation Companies, the System Operator, the Transmission Company, and Distribution Companies, to ensure a stable and enhanced electricity supply.
“We are working with key power sector stakeholders to ensure sustained and improved availability of power,” he said. The minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing reliable electricity to Nigerians, emphasizing that ensuring consistent electricity remains a priority.
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