The Nigerian government has approved a ₦4 trillion (around US$2.61 billion) refinancing plan designed to stabilize the electricity sector, which has been crippled by unpaid debts and erratic power supply.
The debts, accumulated between 2015 and 2023, are owed to 27 power generation companies (GenCos) over unpaid invoices, tariff shortfalls, and other financial bottlenecks.
Finance Minister Olawale Edun, after a cabinet meeting, stated that the refinancing will be conducted through various financial instruments and bonds under supervision of the Debt Management Office. The initiative is a part of broader reforms aimed at attracting investment into the sector and improving electricity reliability.
If successful, the policy could significantly reduce the frequency of blackouts, improve industrial productivity, and reduce losses suffered by businesses and households. Critics, however, warn that without transparent implementation, the reform may not achieve its desired effect.
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