Nigeria’s Power Sector to Get N8 Billion Boost for Public Awareness

The Federal Ministry of Power has proposed a budget of N8 billion to educate Nigerians on the importance of prompt payment of electricity bills. This initiative, announced by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, aims to raise awareness about the power sector’s value as a national asset ¹.

The ministry plans to utilize various media channels, including social media, digital media, and print media, to reach a wide audience. Adelabu emphasized the need for Nigerians to understand that the power sector is a national asset that requires protection and collective ownership ².

*Key Objectives of the Public Awareness Campaign*
– *Re-education and Re-orientation*: To educate Nigerians on the importance of paying electricity bills promptly and avoiding power theft.
– *National Asset Awareness*: To raise awareness about the power sector’s value as a national asset that requires protection and collective ownership.
– *Advocacy and Sensitization*: To promote the power sector’s interests and sensitize Nigerians to the importance of responsible electricity consumption.

By allocating N8 billion for public awareness, the Federal Ministry of Power demonstrates its commitment to promoting a culture of responsible electricity consumption and protecting the power sector’s assets