Minister Charges NBET On Improved Service Delivery

Dr Goddy Jedy Agba, the Minister of State, Power, has implored the management of the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) Plc on improved service delivery in the nation’s power sector

The minister,who gave the charge,during a scheduled visit to the agency’s head office in Abuja, maintained that NBET’s commitment and dedication to improving the electricity supply in the country are quite commendable.

He added:”I like the work you are doing here, but Nigerians expect more because until the country achieves stable and sustainable power supply, we can’t rest. In the Ministry of Power, we’re happy with what you have achieved, but we expect you to do more because there’s still a lot to do for Nigeria to achieve the power plan of Mr President “.

Emphasizing the importance of power supply to the country’s development, he noted that “you remain a key player in our industry and regardless of where you are, this administration’s objective is one as Mr President wants to leave an indelible mark in every sector of the economy. We must work together to achieve this aim because the President and Nigerians will hold us all responsible if we fail.

Speaking, the Managing Director of NBET, Dr Nnaemeka Eweluka, reassured the Minister of the agency’s readiness to continue to work in synergy with the Ministry of Power and other stakeholders to improve their services.

The General Manager, Corporate Services, Abba Aliyu, stated that the staff and management of NBET remain passionate and committed to delivering on their mandate.

He said the agency parades the best brains in the commercial electricity value chain in the country.

“We’re grateful for having you here and appreciate you for all your support. The average age of our staff here is twenty-six; this means that we have young people who are motivated and committed because they’re just starting their careers. The energy is still there, and I can assure you that we have the best brains here”, he said.