A post has sparked heated reactions after quoting lawyer and activist Deji Adeyanju as saying that Nigerians do not want or cannot afford 24-hour electricity, and only need stable power at night and early mornings.
The post, accompanied by a portrait photo of Adeyanju, quickly drew widespread responses from Nigerians who strongly disputed the claim.
According to the quote shared online, Adeyanju suggested that round-the-clock electricity may not be a realistic or necessary goal for many Nigerians, implying that limited but predictable supply during key hours would be sufficient.
The statement comes amid ongoing national conversations about electricity tariffs, subsidy removals, and efforts to improve power generation and distribution.
However, replies to the post reflected overwhelming disagreement. Many users argued that Nigerians absolutely desire stable electricity throughout the day, particularly for businesses, remote work, education, healthcare, and household needs.
Commenters insisted that reliable supply would allow consumers to better manage their usage and costs rather than rely on expensive alternatives.
Several respondents described the remark as out of touch with everyday realities. They pointed out that households and small businesses currently spend heavily on petrol, diesel, inverters, batteries, and solar installations due to erratic grid supply.
For many, the high cost of running generators already exceeds what they believe they would pay for consistent public electricity.
Others argued that access to uninterrupted power is essential for economic growth and productivity. They noted that stable electricity would reduce production costs, support digital services, and attract investment.
Some described the statement as defeatist, saying it lowers expectations instead of demanding systemic improvements.
Nigeria has struggled with electricity shortages for decades, despite multiple reforms and privatization efforts in the power sector. Generation capacity has often fallen short of demand, and distribution challenges continue to limit supply to homes and industries.
As a result, many Nigerians have developed alternative energy solutions, including private generators and solar systems, even as they continue to call for a fully functional national grid….See More
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