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Nigeria Unveils Presidential Power Initiative, Urges Responsible Energy Consumption

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By Ajibola Olaide, JKNMedia Reporter

DURING a highly anticipated ministerial press briefing in Abuja on Friday, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, unveiled a transformative agenda poised to reshape Nigeria’s electricity landscape – the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI).

In a detailed presentation, Adelabu sheds light on the comprehensive nature of the PPI, designed to address the longstanding challenges facing the country’s electricity sector.

At the forefront of the initiative is the Presidential Meter Initiative (PMI), aimed at reducing the prevalence of unmetered customers, thus fostering transparency and efficiency within the sector.

Emphasizing the collaborative nature of the endeavour, Adelabu highlighted partnerships with development banks to accelerate progress, particularly in critical areas like transmission and distribution infrastructure.

Despite significant investments in infrastructure, Adelabu acknowledged persistent challenges in ensuring consistent power supply across the nation, outlining the government’s efforts to attract private sector investment through policies such as gas-to-power infrastructure development.

Noting that an integral component of the initiative is the utilization of data-driven strategies, including the development of an integrated energy planning toolkit in collaboration with industry experts, Adelabu explained that this innovative tool aims to identify optimal locations for renewable energy projects, facilitating strategic decision-making.

He also underscored the government’s commitment to liberalizing the electricity value chain, integrating renewable energy source, and implementing regulatory frameworks to encourage private sector participation.

On energy consumption by Nigerian consumers, Adelabu said there’s an urgent need to adopt more responsible energy consumption habits, particularly in light of recent increases in electricity tariffs by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC).

Expressing deep concerns over the widespread practice of leaving appliances such as refrigerators and air conditioners running while away from home, Adelabu attributed this behaviour to a lack of awareness about energy consumption management, aggravated by the relatively low cost of electricity in the country.

Drawing attention to scenarios where individuals unnecessarily leave appliances running for extended periods, leading to significant wastage of electricity, Adelabu emphasized the importance of emulating conscientious practices observed in other countries, and stressed the need for Nigerians to be more mindful of their electricity usage, especially considering the current economic climate.

His remarks: “The importance of individual responsibility in managing energy consumption calls for a more collective effort to promote sustainability and efficiency in the use of electricity. By making informed choices and adopting more energy-efficient practices, Nigerians can contribute to a more sustainable future for the nation’s power sector.”

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