The Federal Government plans to introduce 24-hour electricity supply in parts of Lagos, Ogun, and Abuja, Punch reported. Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe disclosed the initiative during a media luncheon in Lagos on Friday. He identified these areas as pilot locations, noting they account for over 50 per cent of national demand. The rollout depends on technical readiness and commercial viability.
Tegbe described the plan as part of a corridor-based strategy targeting economic hubs like Lagos-Ogun and Abuja-Kaduna-Kano. He cited inadequate gas supply, ageing infrastructure, and vandalism as major challenges. He argued that these issues require disciplined reform rather than short-term fixes. To support this, the government has paid N1.23tn of N3.3tn in approved legacy debts to generation companies. Tegbe also noted that 2.8 million customers were metered between 2023 and October 2026.
Infrastructure upgrades include adding 1,300 megavolt-amperes to transmission capacity and building a new grid control centre in Osogbo. The administration aims to expand generation to 10,000 megawatts. Tegbe acknowledged public frustration with unreliable supply, stating that restoring confidence requires transparency and improved service delivery. He urged media to report developments accurately while maintaining professional scrutiny.
Simultaneously, Punch reported that Lagos State aims to add 2,000 megawatts of power by March 2027. Commissioner Biodun Ogunleye announced this at the Lagos Energy Summit 2026. He stated the state is engaging 22 investors and resolving Power Purchase Agreement issues with federal authorities. Ogunleye emphasized that the strategy includes improving energy security and addressing poverty, not just generation.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, represented by Secretary Abimbola Salu-Hundeyin, reaffirmed commitments to regulatory reforms and private partnerships. Permanent Secretary Ibilola Kasunmu highlighted that Lagos demands 6,000 megawatts but receives less than 1,000 from the national grid. The state plans to bridge this gap using embedded generation, solar, and waste-to-energy projects. A joint technical committee with the Federal Government supports these efforts.