Deji Adeyanju Claims Nigerians Prefer Targeted Power Supply Over Uninterrupted 24 Hour Electricity Access

Lawyer Deji Adeyanju discusses why Nigerians seek targeted power supply and explains President Tinubu’s significant grip on the nation’s political landscape.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 28, 2026, 7:50 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Naija News

The Pragmatic Demand for Strategic Power Distribution

In a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch podcast, activist and legal practitioner Deji Adeyanju argued that the average Nigerian citizen is not seeking a continuous 24 hour stream of electricity. According to Adeyanju, the general public would be satisfied with a reliable schedule that provides power during critical domestic windows, specifically in the late evening for comfort and the early morning for preparation. He suggested that such a targeted approach would allow the government to divert energy resources to industrial zones during peak production hours without neglecting the basic needs of the populace.

Affordability and the Simplicity of Public Satisfaction

Adeyanju questioned the financial feasibility of constant power for the majority of citizens, asking if they could even afford the costs associated with 24 hour light. He emphasized that the expectations placed upon the government are far from unrealistic, describing Nigerians as a group of people who are remarkably easy to please. By focusing on essential times, such as 8 pm for cooling and 7 am for household chores like ironing, the lawyer believes the government could meet the fundamental requirements of the residents while managing the national grid more effectively.

Tinubu as a Formidable Force in Nigerian Politics

Beyond the energy sector, Adeyanju offered a candid assessment of the current political landscape, describing President Bola Tinubu as a dominant figure. Despite his history of criticizing the administration, the lawyer acknowledged the president's significant political acumen and his mastery of electoral mechanics. According to Adeyanju, the president possesses a unique capability to maintain control over the country's complex political environment, suggesting that his influence extends far beyond the typical boundaries of the executive office.