Senator Danjuma Goje sparks a major debate after urging Nigeria to hand over electricity control to China for 20 years to achieve a stable power supply and development.

Fresh Debate Erupts Over Nigeria’s Electricity Crisis

Philips News reports that a fresh political debate has erupted after Mohammed Danjuma Goje called for China to take over Nigeria’s electricity sector for 20 years to solve the country’s long-running power crisis.

The senator made the controversial remark while addressing Senate President Godswill Akpabio, arguing that Nigeria may need foreign expertise and stronger infrastructure management to achieve a stable electricity supply.

His comments have since sparked intense reactions online, with many Nigerians debating whether such a move could help fix the nation’s struggling power sector.

What Senator Goje Said

According to viral clips and reports circulating online, Goje stated:

Nigeria should “swallow its pride” and allow China to control the electricity sector for two decades so the country can finally achieve stable power and genuine development.

The remark quickly gained traction on social media platforms, where supporters and critics weighed in on the proposal.

Why Nigeria’s Electricity Crisis Remains a Major Problem

Nigeria has struggled with unstable electricity for decades despite being Africa’s largest economy.

Millions of homes and businesses continue to face:

• Frequent blackouts
• High electricity costs
• Poor transmission infrastructure
• Dependence on generators
• Low power generation capacity

The electricity crisis has become one of the biggest obstacles to industrial growth and economic development in the country.

According to recent studies, Nigeria’s energy sector still faces major structural and infrastructure challenges that limit stable power distribution nationwide.

Why China Is Being Mentioned

China has become one of Africa’s biggest infrastructure investors over the last two decades.

In Nigeria, Chinese-backed projects have included:

• Railway construction
• Airport projects
• Road infrastructure
• Energy investments
• Telecommunications partnerships

Trade and strategic cooperation between Nigeria and China have grown significantly in recent years.

Supporters of deeper Chinese involvement argue that China has the technical capacity, financing power, and large-scale infrastructure experience needed to improve Nigeria’s electricity system.

However, critics fear such an arrangement could increase foreign influence over critical national assets.

Mixed Reactions Trail Goje’s Statement

The senator’s comments have generated strong reactions across social media and political circles.

Supporters Say:

• Nigeria needs urgent and radical solutions
• Stable electricity could transform the economy
• China has delivered major infrastructure projects in many countries.
  

  He is right and I support his his views , a simple contract can change a nation , those insulting him are fools and do not know that the world operates better in a good alliance and coalition

  — Son of Aboki (@woe_captain) May 7, 2026

  20 years is too long. But I actually agree with his point. The Chinese deliver on everything because they have a zero tolerance approach to corruption. People involved in corruption in China face the death penalty so if they tell you they can fix something they mean it.

  — themainman (@themainman112) May 7, 2026

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  Critics Argue:

  • Electricity is a strategic national asset
  • Foreign control could threaten sovereignty
  • Nigeria should strengthen local institutions instead

  Some analysts also warned that handing over critical infrastructure to foreign powers could create long-term economic dependency.

  China will definitely not go into this deal without some valuable in return but it’s a good development BTW

  — Mr Well (@Mrwells_games) May 7, 2026

  Having them come over here is not a bad idea but it should be structured in a way where our local workforce are being taught how to run and maintain what they setup. China became a superpower by producing for the US and inadvertently learning Western technology.

  — John Doe from the 9 (@johndoe234__) May 7, 2026

  Handing over Nigeria’s electricity sector to China for 20 years is not development, it’s surrender. Nigeria has the manpower and resources to fix its power sector if corruption, incompetence, and policy inconsistency are tackled seriously.

  — Mazi Ugoh (@MaziUgoh) May 7, 2026

  It could work, even though it doesn’t look too good for a country.

  The issue with these things is you don’t know the real intention of those going into these kinds of deals with these foreign countries.

  — I Gotta Say This (@igottasaythis_) May 7, 2026

  Is there nothing we can do for ourselves by ourselves?? Every time we are asking foreigners to come develop our country at what cost exactly. The government will give contracts to local companies and still sabotage it behind the scene leading to failures in completing projects

  — tsar greenlive (@Mercedeans1991) May 7, 2026

The Bigger Issue: Nigeria’s Search for Stable Power

Regardless of political opinions, many Nigerians agree on one thing: the country urgently needs reliable electricity.

Experts say stable electricity could help:

• Boost manufacturing
• Reduce unemployment
• Lower business costs
• Improve healthcare and education
• Increase foreign investment

Nigeria’s unstable power supply has forced many businesses and households to rely heavily on generators, increasing operating costs nationwide.

Could Foreign Partnerships Solve the Crisis?

Nigeria has previously partnered with foreign governments and investors to improve infrastructure.

Chinese companies, in particular, have played major roles in African development projects ranging from rail systems to energy plants.

Some observers believe foreign technical partnerships could help modernize Nigeria’s power sector if managed transparently and strategically.

Others insist long-term reform must come from stronger governance, accountability, and domestic investment rather than external control.

Public Debate Continues

The statement has intensified conversations about:

• Nigeria’s electricity reforms
• Foreign investment in national infrastructure
• China’s growing influence in Africa
• Long-term economic development strategies

While no official policy proposal has been announced regarding Chinese control of Nigeria’s electricity sector, the comments have added fuel to ongoing national debates about how to finally solve the country’s power crisis.

Watch Senator Goje speaking on Nigeria’s Electricity below…

“Only China Can Help Us Out Of This Issue Of Electricity In Nigeria. The Best Thing To Do Is To Swallow Our Pride And Give China Full Control Of Our Electricity For 20 Years. So They Can Give Us Stable Electricity Supply And Real Development In Nigeria.” ~ Senator Danjuma Goje… pic.twitter.com/RmEfyu3G15

— Somto Okonkwo (@General_Somto) May 6, 2026

Meanwhile, PhilipsNews reports that Mohammed Danjuma Goje is a former governor of Gombe State and currently serves as senator representing Gombe Central.

Over the years, he has held several major political positions, including Minister of State for Power and Steel.

His comments on electricity, therefore, carry significant weight in discussions about Nigeria’s energy challenges.