The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured Nigerians that the Federal Government’s top priority in 2026 is to deliver reliable, accessible, and sustainable electricity across the country.
The assurance was conveyed in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja by his Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Mr. Bolaji Tunji, reflecting Adelabu’s New Year message to Nigerians and residents of Oyo State.
“Looking ahead, our focus remains unshakable: to deliver reliable, accessible and sustainable electricity to power our homes, industries and dreams,” Adelabu said.
He highlighted that the government’s strategy will be guided by continuity and renewed vigour, with efforts to enhance grid stability and expand transmission infrastructure. Collaboration with Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) will be intensified to improve service delivery and ensure metering initiatives reach all communities.
“Our Light Up Nigeria initiative remains a priority, focusing on industrial clusters and agricultural hubs to stimulate economic growth and job creation,” he added.
Adelabu also noted that renewable energy development, including solar and hydropower, would be deployed to underserved communities, while the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI), also known as the Siemens deal, has already helped reduce frequent grid collapses experienced in previous years.
“As Phase One of the PPI continues, we assure Nigerians of a strengthened grid that will make disturbances a thing of the past,” the minister said, describing 2025 as a year of focused groundwork and deliberate strides in the power sector despite prevailing challenges.
He thanked Nigerians for their resilience and called for a united effort from governments, communities, the private sector, and citizens to support ongoing reforms. Adelabu also urged the public to protect power infrastructure and adopt energy-efficient practices, describing them as vital contributions to national development.
Extending greetings to Oyo State residents, he said, “To my kinsmen and women in Oyo State, your unwavering support continues to fuel my dedication at the national level,” pledging measurable progress in the power sector in 2026.