Independence: “Power remains a huge problem” in Nigeria, says Buhari

President Buhari has said power remains a huge problem in Nigeria despite the fact that energy production has reached an all-time high of 7,001 Megawatts as of September 12.

President Buhari stated this in his broadcast to mark Nigeria’s 57th independence anniversary on Sunday in Abuja.

He, however, said that government was increasing its investment, clearing up the operational and financial log jam bedevilling the sector.

“We hope to reach 10,000 Megawatts by 2020.

“Key priorities include better energy mix through solar and hydro technologies. I am glad to say that after many years of limbo, Mambilla Power Project has taken off,’’ he said.