Power Minister's Remarks on Grid Collapse Misinterpreted

Adeola Adelabu Tegb, the new Power Minister, faced misrepresentation regarding his remarks about the national power grid. A statement issued on Thursday clarified that Tegb did not commit to ending grid collapse within three months but rather discussed efforts to stabilize the grid within his first 100 days in office.

The spokesperson emphasized that while Tegb did not directly promise to eliminate grid collapse, he did link proposed reforms to a three-month timeline, suggesting that Nigerians could expect visible improvements in the power sector. The statement also noted that Tegb's comments were misinterpreted, as he did not explicitly state a complete resolution of grid issues within three months.

Instead, he urged the public to hold the administration accountable for progress within that period. The clarification aimed to address concerns about the national grid's reliability and the need for longer-term interventions in the power sector.