Minister Tegbe Addresses Nigeria's Electricity Supply Crisis

Joseph Tegbe, Nigeria's Minister of Power, acknowledged significant electricity supply issues affecting households and businesses across four states, including the Federal Capital Territory, in a statement released on November 6, 2026. He identified three main problems contributing to the situation: planned maintenance at Egbin Power Station, constrained gas supply to thermal power stations, and sabotage of key transmission lines.

These issues have led to a reduction in power movement across the national grid, prompting grid operators to implement load shedding in the affected areas. Tegbe noted that the destruction of transmission infrastructure has been particularly damaging, blocking alternative routes for electricity supply.

He stated that his team is working to bring damaged generating units back online in phases, with the first expected to return to service within 48 to 72 hours. Efforts are also ongoing with gas suppliers to enhance fuel delivery to thermal stations and expedite repairs to the sabotaged infrastructure.