Federal Ministry of Power (Nigeria)

The Federal Ministry of Power (Nigeria) is a ministry of the Nigerian government responsible for the formulation and implementation of policies related to the Nigerian electricity sector. Its core functions include overseeing the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity throughout the country.

The ministry's mandate typically encompasses:

• Policy Formulation: Developing and implementing national energy policies and strategies to ensure efficient and reliable power supply.
• Regulation: Overseeing the regulatory framework for the electricity sector, often in collaboration with regulatory bodies like the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).
• Infrastructure Development: Planning and coordinating the development of power generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure projects.
• Investment Promotion: Attracting investment into the Nigerian power sector from both domestic and international sources.
• Rural Electrification: Promoting access to electricity in rural and underserved communities.
• Energy Efficiency: Implementing programs and initiatives to promote energy efficiency and conservation.

The ministry's structure typically includes departments and agencies dedicated to specific areas such as power generation, transmission, renewable energy, and rural electrification. The Minister of Power, appointed by the President of Nigeria, is the political head of the ministry. The Permanent Secretary is the administrative head.