The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured that Nigerians will soon experience improved electricity supply as the Federal Government works to resolve gas shortages affecting power generation.

In his Eid-el-Fitr message on Thursday, he said recent government interventions are beginning to ease long-standing gas supply constraints that have hindered electricity output nationwide.

He added that the government is rolling out concrete measures aimed at ensuring a stable and reliable power supply for both households and businesses.

“Concrete measures are being implemented to ensure more reliable and sustainable electricity for homes, businesses, and industries. The reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu are beginning to take root, and Nigerians will soon witness the full benefits,” he said.

It was earlier reported that gas suppliers suspended deliveries to thermal power plants over an estimated N3.3 trillion debt owed by power generation companies, worsening the nationwide electricity shortage.

The Chief Executive Officer of the Association of Power Generation Companies, Joy Ogaji, disclosed this, warning that the growing debt burden across the power value chain is pushing the sector toward a major crisis.

This follows a decline in electricity supply across the country, as many Nigerians have endured extended blackouts since the beginning of the year.

Adelabu, expressed optimism that ongoing interventions will lead to noticeable improvements in electricity supply in the near term, emphasizing that resolving gas constraints is key to stabilising the sector.

Meanwhile, electricity consumers across all supply bands have continued to voice frustration over the situation, particularly amid rising fuel costs and intense heat.

The Nigerian Independent System Operator recently released data showing the extent of the deficit, stating that thermal plants need about 1,629.75 million standard cubic feet of gas daily to operate at full capacity. As of February 23, 2026, however, supply was only about 692.00 mmscf per day—less than 43 per cent of what is required.

Power generation companies have repeatedly urged consumers to remain patient, noting that the worsening gas shortage is beyond their control.

The situation has left many homes and businesses grappling with prolonged outages, fueling concerns that electricity supply could worsen further if the financial deadlock in the power sector is not urgently addressed.