The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration, accusing it of failing to deliver on its core promise of uninterrupted electricity for Nigerians.
In a press statement released on Sunday, Bolaji Abdullahi, the interim spokesperson for the ADC, reminded the President of his pledge to ensure a 24/7 power supply within four years of assuming office.
Abdullahi asserted that “the facts speak louder than Mr President’s penchant for broken promises”, highlighting a significant deterioration in the power sector since Tinubu took office.
According to him, electricity tariffs have surged by an alarming 240 per cent, while the national grid has experienced 12 collapses, repeatedly plunging millions of homes and businesses into darkness.
The opposition party further claimed that over 90 million Nigerians still lack access to electricity, with many who are connected receiving only a mere four to six hours of power daily under the government’s Band A–E system.
The statement also pointed out the dire situation in rural communities, where an estimated 50 million families remain entirely disconnected from the national grid.
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Abdullahi lamented the perceived lack of progress, stating that 26 months into the administration, past its halfway mark, there have been “no major power sector reforms, no clear roadmap, and no sense of urgency.”
He underscored the continued reliance of millions of Nigerians on mobile phone charging kiosks and expensive fuel for generators, underscoring the ongoing power woes.
The ADC pointed questions directed at the President: “Where is the light?”, “What happened to your promise?”, and “How much longer do Nigerians have to wait in the dark?”
ADC recalled Tinubu’s pre-election vow: “If I don’t give you electricity, don’t vote for me.” The ADC spokesperson concluded with a stark message: “Well, Nigerians are listening. And come 2027, we intend to grant your wish.”
