Adelabu: Power sector generated 5,105MW on July 27 — highest in three years

Adebayo Adelabu, minister of power, says Nigeria’s power sector generated 5,105 megawatts (MW) of electricity on July 27.

Adelabu said it is the highest in the last three years.

The minister spoke at the inaugural meeting of the inter-ministerial power sector working group in Abuja on Wednesday.

“Just a few days ago, on July 27, we successfully generated and transmitted 5,105MW of power, the highest in the last three years. This is an improvement from the previous capacity of around 4,000MW or below,” he said.

“Our target is to achieve a landmark generation and transmission of 6,000MW by December.”

Adelabu emphasised the importance of inter-ministerial collaboration to attain set goals.

“Power is not something that should be left alone to the ministry of power and its agencies. There are many supportive ministries without which we cannot achieve our mandate,” Adelabu said.

He said the power ministry is working closely with the ministries of environment; water resources and sanitation; budget and planning; and petroleum resources, particularly Ekperikpe Ekpo, minister of state for petroleum resources (gas).

Addressing the need for sustainable energy solutions, Adelabu highlighted the role of renewable energy sources.

“We are focusing on generating power in a sustainable and environment-friendly manner. This is why we talk about renewables, through solar, wind, and small dams,” he said.

Adelabu said the country would not only focus on generation and transmission but also distribute electricity to the doorsteps of Nigerians.