Governors Aim to Improve Nigeria's Power Sector with Savings

The article focuses on the potential benefits of subsidy savings from the removal of petrol subsidies in Nigeria, particularly in the power sector. It highlights the ongoing challenges of electricity access and affordability in the country.

The deregulation of the power sector through a constitutional amendment in 2023 allows both national and state governments to generate, transmit, and distribute electricity. The series examines the performance of various states, including Enugu, Rivers, Adamawa, Nassarawa, Sokoto, and Ondo, in utilizing these savings to improve electricity supply.

Previous profiles included states such as Kwara, Edo, Borno, Osun, Kebbi, and Anambra, among others. The article emphasizes that judicious use of public resources can address Nigeria's power issues and support productivity for industries and households.

Key metrics such as legal frameworks, regulatory readiness, and project pipelines are used to measure performance in the power sector.