The Federal Government has inaugurated the Power Sector Communications Team in a bid to boost transparency and communication throughout the energy sector.
The inauguration ceremony, held on the Power House in Abuja, was presided over by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, who emphasised the significance of efficient communication in addressing the sector’s challenges.
This was disclosed in a press release by the Chairman, PSCT Bolaji Tunji, on Wednesday.
In his speech, Chief Adelabu described the PSCT as a “strategic initiative designed to bridge the gap between the power sector and the public.”
He famous that the facility sector, which is usually misunderstood and fraught with challenges, requires a platform for clear and constant communication to construct belief and confidence.
“The PSCT is more than just a team; it is a commitment to excellence in communication,” the Minister said.
“We envision a Nigeria where electricity is not just a luxury but a fundamental right. To achieve this, we must work together, and effective communication is key,” he added.
The PSCT, as outlined by Adelabu, will concentrate on translating advanced technical points into plain language, fostering collaboration amongst stakeholders, and making a constructive narrative across the energy sector.
“I am confident that under the leadership of its dedicated members, the PSCT will excel,” he stated, including, “Together, we will transform the power sector from a source of frustration to a catalyst for national growth.”
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The Chairman of the PSCT, Bolaji Tunji, expressed his enthusiasm in regards to the workforce’s reactivation, noting that whereas the thought of the PSCT is just not new, its revival marks a renewed dedication to addressing communication challenges within the sector.
“It gladdens my heart that the Power Sector Communications Team is being inaugurated today. Our vision is to transform the perception of the power sector by providing consistent, truthful, and insightful information that highlights the ongoing progress and challenges within the sector,” he stated.
Tunji highlighted a number of strategic initiatives that the PSCT will undertake, together with a nationwide marketing campaign centered on educating the general public on vital energy sector points akin to vitality theft and vandalisation.
“Our goal is to empower citizens with the knowledge to understand their roles in safeguarding our power infrastructure and to inspire collective action against these harmful practices,” he defined.
The Chairman additionally pressured the significance of stakeholder engagement, noting that common dialogues, workshops, and boards will likely be organised to foster higher understanding and cooperation amongst all gamers within the energy sector worth chain.
“This engagement is crucial in ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned in their efforts to provide reliable and affordable electricity to the Nigerian people,” Tunji said.
In his remarks, Tunji underscored the necessity for ample funding and inclusion of the communication workforce in all related actions throughout the Ministry and its businesses.
“Communication is not just a nice-to-have; it’s a must-have for a public utility organisation like ours. I want to appeal to us to commit to communication that is clear, concise, compassionate, and customer-centric,” he added.
The inauguration of the PSCT is seen as a vital step in the direction of enhancing transparency and constructing public belief in Nigeria’s energy sector.
As the Minister concluded, “By working together, we can create a brighter, more electrified future for Nigeria.”