Tinubu Sets Up GAMCO Committee to Tackle Stranded Power, Fix National Grid

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the establishment of the Generation, Allocation, Marketing, and Coordination (GAMCO) Committee to address Nigeria’s persistent power supply challenges. The committee is tasked with resolving stranded electricity, ensuring effective distribution, and stabilizing the national grid.

In a statement from the Presidential Villa, Tinubu emphasized the urgency of a functional power sector to drive industrialization and improve citizens’ quality of life. “The availability of stable electricity is critical for economic growth, job creation, and national development. The GAMCO Committee will coordinate all stakeholders to ensure stranded power is dispatched efficiently,” he said.

The committee will include representatives from the Ministry of Power, Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), and power generation companies. Its mandate is to evaluate existing generation capacities, optimize the allocation of electricity across regions, and recommend strategies to prevent future bottlenecks.

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Officials note that Nigeria currently experiences frequent power outages due to inadequate transmission infrastructure, uncoordinated power dispatch, and aging generation plants. Analysts have pointed out that resolving these issues could boost manufacturing output, support small businesses, and reduce reliance on costly diesel generators.

Energy experts welcomed the initiative but stressed that success would require strict monitoring and accountability. “Setting up a committee is a good start, but implementation and follow-up are crucial. The power sector needs sustainable policies, investment in grid infrastructure, and transparent coordination among operators,” said Dr. Ifeanyi Okonkwo, an energy consultant.

The President also instructed the committee to submit a progress report within 90 days and provide actionable recommendations for long-term power stability.

Tinubu’s move is part of a broader reform agenda aimed at addressing Nigeria’s infrastructural deficits and creating an enabling environment for economic growth. Citizens and business owners alike hope that the initiative will translate into tangible improvements in electricity supply, reducing the financial and productivity losses caused by erratic power.