The House of Representatives in Nigeria has set up a seven-member sub-committee tasked with conducting a forensic audit of gas supplies to electricity generation companies (gencos) between 2006 and 2024. This move follows growing concerns over gas supplies being sent to plants that are not operational, notably the Sapele Power Plant located in Delta State. The sub-committee, led by Afam Ogene, was formed in response to a motion that highlighted the questionable allocation of resources towards the genco which has not generated electricity for over a year despite receiving consistent gas supplies.

The decision to conduct this audit stems from findings made during a recent oversight visit to the Sapele Power Plant, where committee member Harrison Nwadike pointed out that the continued provision of gas to a non-operational facility raises serious questions about efficiency and accountability within the power sector. The Ad-hoc Committee’s chairman, Al-Mustapha Aliyu, echoed these sentiments, indicating that the public has expressed significant concerns regarding these expenditures and the oversight surrounding them.

The implications of this audit could be far-reaching, as it targets transparency and accountability in the management of Nigeria's power sector, an area marked by inefficiencies and allegations of mismanagement. As the country aims to enhance its power supply and better serve its citizens, the findings of this sub-committee may influence future policy decisions and reform efforts within the energy sector, ultimately shaping the landscape of electricity generation in Nigeria for the years to come.