The Federal Government says power generation rose to a historic 6,003 megawatts on Wednesday, adding that this was a result of the Band A tariff hike.
This is coming barely 24 hours after the Transmission Company of Nigeria disclosed that generation hit 5,713MW on Tuesday.
A statement by the spokesperson to the Minister of Power, Bolaji Tunji, disclosed this, saying a new dawn is breaking in the Nigerian power sector.
The statement quoted the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, as saying that the tariff review aided the latest development in the sector.
Despite public outcries, he insisted that the proposed tariff regularisation would push power generation to 7,000MW.
“The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Power, announces a series of historic achievements in Nigeria’s power sector, marking a significant step forward in the nation’s quest for sustainable and reliable electricity supply. Under the leadership of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, the sector has recorded unprecedented milestones in power generation, evacuation, and daily energy output, signalling a new era of progress and development,“ he stated.
Tunji said, “On March 2, 2025, Nigeria achieved a record available power generation of 6,003 megawatts, the highest in the nation’s history. This was followed by another landmark within the period when the country recorded a peak generation evacuation of 5,801.84 MW and a daily maximum energy output of 128,370.75 megawatt-hours.
“These achievements represent a significant leap forward in the sector’s capacity to meet the growing energy demands in the country, ongoing reforms in the power sector, and the avowed commitment of the administration of President Bola Tinubu to ensure regular electricity supply in order to galvanise the nation’s economy.”
However, Tunji’s claim is contrary to the 5,713MW announced by the TCN on Tuesday.
Quoting the minister, Tunji said the recent milestones are the result of concerted efforts by the Federal Ministry of Power, in collaboration with key stakeholders in the sector, to address longstanding challenges and optimise the nation’s power infrastructure.
“These efforts include the rehabilitation and upgrading of transmission and distribution networks, the implementation of innovative technologies, and the introduction of policy reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency and accountability.
“One of the key factors contributing to the recent achievements is the tariff review which has ensured liquidity in the sector and created a more sustainable and investment-friendly environment for the power sector.
By ensuring that tariffs reflect the true cost of power generation and distribution, the government is paving the way for increased private sector participation and the mobilisation of much-needed capital for infrastructure development.”
According to the minister, the regularisation of tariffs will play a critical role in unlocking the sector’s full potential and driving further improvements in power generation and distribution.
“By the time the tariffs are fully regularised, we will be moving closer to 7,000MW of available generation capacity. This will mark another significant milestone in our journey towards a stable, reliable, and efficient power sector that meets the needs of all Nigerians,” he was quoted.
To sustain these improvements, the government would have to pay down on the tariff shortfalls of N1.94tn for 2024 and legacy debts of N2tn to the GENCOs.
“It would be important to continue the tariff reforms to ensure consumers start to pay for the energy consumed,” the minister said
The statement expressed optimism about the sustainability of these records and the potential for further improvements in the coming days.
“We are thrilled to announce these historic milestones in Nigeria’s power sector. The record available generation of 6,003 MW, the peak evacuation of 5,801.84 MW, and the daily maximum energy output of 128,370.75 MWh are testaments to the hard work, dedication, and strategic reforms being implemented under the leadership of the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu,” said Tunji.
“These achievements are not just numbers; they represent a brighter future for Nigeria, where businesses can thrive, households can enjoy uninterrupted power supply, and the economy can grow sustainably. We pray for the sustainability of these landmark records and look forward to further improvements on all parameters in the coming days.”
According to Tunji, the minister has been at the forefront of various initiatives, driving a comprehensive agenda to transform the sector and ensure that Nigeria achieves its full potential in power generation and distribution.
He maintained that the Minister’s leadership has been instrumental in fostering collaboration between government agencies, private sector players, and international partners, creating an enabling environment for growth and innovation.
In celebrating these achievements, the minister was said to have called for continued support and collaboration from all stakeholders, including state governments, private sector players, and the general public, emphasising the importance of collective efforts in sustaining the momentum and ensuring that the gains made in the sector are not only maintained but also built upon.
“We recognise that there is still much work to be done, and we cannot afford to rest on our laurels. The support and cooperation of all stakeholders are critical to sustaining these achievements and driving further progress in the sector. Together, we can build a power sector that serves as a catalyst for Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
“As the nation celebrates these historic achievements, the Minister of Power has reiterated his commitment to delivering on the promises of the administration and ensuring that every Nigerian has access to stable and reliable electricity.
“This is just the beginning. We are determined to build on these achievements and deliver a power sector that meets the aspirations of all Nigerians,” the statement concluded