George Onafowokan, the Managing Director of Coleman Wires and Cables Industries Limited, is calling on the Federal Government to prioritize local solutions to tackle Nigeria’s persistent grid collapses. Onafowokan emphasized the need for full deregulation and industrialization of the industry, stressing that obsolete wires and cables must be replaced with locally sourced materials.¹
He acknowledged that locally made products might be more expensive due to high production costs but maintained that the right investments would only materialize under private-sector-driven policies. Onafowokan commended the current administration’s focus on the power sector but cautioned that resolving the country’s electricity challenges requires sustained effort.
The Coleman boss blamed the recurring grid collapses and inadequate power supply on an imbalance between generation and transmission, warning that funding alone won’t fix the sector’s problems. He urged the government to adopt policies supporting local industries, particularly manufacturers, who play a crucial role in job creation and economic stability.
Onafowokan’s stance is echoed by the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), which has renewed its calls for a reduction in electricity tariffs. MAN president Francis Meshioye assured members that the association would continue advocating for a reduction in the increased tariffs by up to 250%.
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