$1tn Economy: PCAN To Examine Nigeria’s Power Challenges At Annual Conference

The Power Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PCAN) says its 6th Annual Conference will examine the link between Nigeria’s $1tn economy ambition and the need for reliable and affordable electricity supply.

PCAN Chairman, Mr Obas Esiedesa, said the conference comes at a critical time as the Federal Government intensifies reforms and investments to improve electricity supply, strengthen infrastructure and create an enabling environment for economic growth.

Esiedesa said access to reliable and affordable electricity remained essential to industrial expansion, business competitiveness, job creation and improved living standards as Nigeria pursues its $1 trillion economy ambition.

He said the conference would provide a platform for stakeholders to examine the relationship between the country’s economic aspirations and the performance of its electricity sector.

The conference, themed “$1trn Economy: Nigeria’s Roadmap to Reliable and Affordable Power Supply,” is scheduled for Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Hall, NICON Luxury Hotel, Abuja.

The Minister of Power, Chief Joseph Tegbe, and the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of FGN Power Company Limited, Kenny O. Anuwe, are expected to headline the event.

While Tegbe is expected to chair the conference, Anuwe will deliver the keynote address titled, “FGN Power: Progress, Priorities and the Road Ahead.”

His presentation will highlight the company’s achievements, strategic priorities and contributions to the development of Nigeria’s electricity sector.

Other participants are expected to include policymakers, regulators, electricity generation and distribution companies, investors, development partners, industry experts and journalists.

Discussions will focus on power sector reforms, investment opportunities, infrastructure development, financing mechanisms and sustainable strategies for improving electricity supply across the country.

The participation of the Minister of Power is expected to provide insights into the Federal Government’s policy direction, reform priorities and plans to address persistent challenges across the electricity value chain.

The annual conference is part of PCAN’s engagement with stakeholders in the electricity industry to promote informed discussions, professional exchange and public understanding of developments in the sector.