Federal Government Sets New Goal For Power Generation

Federal Government Sets New Goal For Power Generation

The Federal Government has set a new target to achieve at least 6,000 megawatts of power generation by the end of 2025. This announcement was made by the Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, during a visit to the Calabar Power Plant operated by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) on August 13, 2024…… CONTINUE READING

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Adelabu noted that the administration of President Bola Tinubu inherited power generation capacity of under 3,000 megawatts from existing infrastructure last year. However, there has been a steady increase in power output, contributing to a more reliable supply.

He highlighted that a significant portion of this increased capacity comes from the Calabar power plant, which was built about 15 years ago with a capacity of 625 megawatts but had been underutilized. The plant, which has five turbines each capable of generating over 125 megawatts, currently has three turbines operating at full capacity, supplying power to the Southeast and South-South regions. Two turbines are undergoing maintenance, but the plant has the potential to produce over 500 megawatts when fully operational.

The Minister emphasized that the federal government is focusing on consolidating reforms in the power sector to ensure a stable supply. He acknowledged the rising energy demands and stressed that the government is ready to meet these needs.

Adelabu also mentioned that the privatization of the Calabar Power Plant to the Cross River State Government is under consideration by the Federal Privatization Council and the Federal Executive Council. Cross River’s Commissioner for Power and Energy, Prince Eka Williams, indicated that the state is prepared to manage the plant effectively. The plant’s managing director, Chiedu Ugbo, added that they are supplying a significant portion of power to the South-South and Southeast regions, and highlighted the need for additional sub-transmission power stations to improve distribution.

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