Joseph Tegbe has denied claims that he promised to fix Nigeria’s troubled power grid within three months, saying his remarks were misunderstood.

Speaking on the controversy, Tegbe clarified that he never made a definitive timeline for resolving the country’s long-standing electricity challenges. According to him, discussions around power sector reforms were broader and focused on gradual improvements rather than instant solutions.

The clarification comes amid growing public frustration over persistent power outages and instability in Nigeria’s electricity supply system. With many homes and businesses relying heavily on generators, conversations around fixing the national grid often attract intense public attention.

Nigeria’s power sector has faced decades of challenges, including weak infrastructure, inadequate generation capacity, transmission limitations, and distribution inefficiencies. As a result, promises or perceived promises regarding quick fixes are usually met with skepticism and scrutiny.

Tegbe stressed that improving electricity supply requires coordinated long-term investment, policy consistency, and technical upgrades across the entire value chain.

Energy experts have repeatedly argued that solving Nigeria’s electricity crisis cannot happen overnight, noting that structural reforms and infrastructure expansion take time and substantial funding.

The debate surrounding Tegbe’s comments highlights the sensitivity of power-related issues in the country, where millions of Nigerians continue to demand more stable and affordable electricity.

As discussions continue, many citizens remain focused less on timelines and more on seeing measurable improvements in the nation’s power supply system.