Analysis of Gov. Uzodimma's 15 - Priority Sectors: Electricity

By Ben AHANONU One of the hallmarks of a great leader is his/her ability to identify the needs of the people and conceptualize policies, development projects and programmes towards solving those needs. In addition, creation of employment opportunities in robust partnership with the private sector is a top priority for nearly every people - oriented government, especially in countries with large unemployed and underemployed youth populations; while, the main economic objective of every purposeful country or state is to generate, supply and distribute enough electricity to power its economy. However, irregular power supply and skyrocketing cost of electricity are hurting businesses in Nigeria - impacting negatively on the economy and invariably hampering the ability of the government and the private sector to create meaningful employment opportunities. In fact, it cannot be overemphasized that businesses need electricity to function, grow, create employment and other opportunities f...