Shettima Advocates for Strong Institutions in Power Sector

Vice President Kashim Shettima stated that Nigeria cannot gamble with its energy security, emphasizing that reliable electricity is crucial for national development and economic survival. He made these remarks on Wednesday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new ultramodern National Control Centre of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) in Osogbo, Osun State.

Represented by his Senior Special Adviser on Legal Services, Bashir Maidugu, Shettima noted that the Electricity Act 2023 provides a framework for transforming the power sector, including renewable energy integration. He stressed that infrastructure alone would not suffice without strong, accountable institutions to manage it.

Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, supported this by stating that the new control centre would enhance NISO's capacity to monitor the national grid and respond to challenges. Tegbe praised President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to improving electricity supply, noting that the existing control centre was outdated and inadequate for current demands.