The Federal Government has set up a Gas-to-Power Monitoring Committee to address recurring gas supply challenges hampering electricity generation across the country.
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who inaugurated the committee in Abuja, described the move as a decisive intervention to tackle one of the most pressing issues in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
According to him, gas-fired plants account for about 80 per cent of Nigeria’s electricity output but continue to suffer disruptions caused by inadequate supply, pipeline vandalism, mounting debts to gas producers, and weak coordination within the value chain.
In January, gas suppliers reportedly cut volumes to power generation companies over a debt exceeding $1.3 billion, triggering a sharp decline in electricity supply to the national grid.Adelabu said the committee’s establishment reflects the Federal Government’s resolve to address the long-standing constraints limiting generation capacity and undermining stable power supply.
He explained that the initiative followed deliberations at the first quarter 2026 Ministerial Power Sector Working Group meeting, where stakeholders identified key issues such as infrastructure gaps, liquidity challenges, and pricing concerns.The committee has been mandated to monitor and facilitate the resolution of critical bottlenecks, including repairs of damaged gas pipelines, settlement of outstanding debts, and other operational and commercial barriers affecting gas delivery to power plants.
The minister urged members to go beyond routine supervision and provide proactive, data-driven solutions, particularly in ensuring sustainable payment mechanisms for gas supply.
He added that the committee would be held accountable for measurable outcomes, with expectations for regular reporting, defined milestones, and prompt escalation of issues requiring government attention.
Membership of the committee cuts across major stakeholders in the sector, including the Ministry of Power, the Transmission Company of Nigeria, Nigerian Independent System Operator, Association of Generation Companies, Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Nigerian Gas Association, and consumer groups.
Earlier, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Power, Alhaji Mahmuda Mamman represented by the Director of Distribution said the committee aligns with ongoing efforts to urgently resolve gas supply constraints affecting electricity generation.He identified infrastructure deficits, vandalism, liquidity issues, and coordination gaps as major obstacles to improved power supply and economic growth.
The Permanent Secretary stressed that stable gas supply remains critical to boosting generation capacity, strengthening grid performance, and improving service delivery to electricity consumers.
He expressed optimism that the committee would enhance collaboration among stakeholders and deliver practical solutions for sustainable growth in the power sector.
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