Drop in power supply caused by low gas supply, minister of power reveals

The Minister of Power, Mr Adebayo Adelabu said the noticeable drop in power supply in January was caused by the low gas supply to the power generating companies.
Mr. Adelabu said in a statement after meeting with Electricity Distribution and Generation Companies on Friday in Abuja, the Federal Government will set up a committee to resolve power blackouts in some parts of the country.“I have decided to form a committee involving all stakeholders. Together, we will work on recommendations to resolve these issues and ensure a more reliable and consistent power supply for our citizens.
“Yesterday, I had crucial discussions with power Generating Companies (GenCos) and Distribution Companies (DisCos) to address the ongoing issue of blackouts in parts of our country.
“Power supply during the yuletide improved, but unfortunately we have experienced setbacks in the New Year.
“After investigations, it is clear that the main cause of poor power supply is the low supply of gas to GenCos, ‘’ he said.
“I visited facilities in Olorunshogo, Ogun State, and Omotosho, Ondo State to understand the challenges firsthand,“he said.
The minister said that resolving the issue of gas supply was top priority in the ministry of power agenda.
Adelabu said that a plan had also been established to initiate discussions with the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, regarding collaboration and to emphasise the importance of prioritising gas to power.