The Federal Government has revealed plans to establish a dedicated security unit named “Power Rangers” to safeguard the country’s electricity infrastructure.
The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made this known on Friday during an appearance on Sunrise Daily, a Channels Television program.
“We have decided now with the Minister of Power to have what we call the power rangers,” Tunji-Ojo announced.
He explained that this new unit will be drawn from officers of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps and tasked with the prevention of vandalism targeting power facilities across Nigeria.
In response to the rising cases of power outages caused by infrastructure vandalism, the minister stressed the importance of adopting a sector-specific security strategy.
“What we had before we came was the generalisation of national assets. But we said no, you cannot have one specific medication that can treat all illnesses.
“So you have to analyse every sector—the power sector, the water sector, the education sector, the health sector—and be able to create arms of Civil Defence under the same umbrella,” he explained.
The minister noted that the decision was inspired by the success of the Mines Marshalls, which were introduced in March 2024 to address security challenges in the mining sector.
While confirming the formation of the “Power Rangers,” Tunji-Ojo stated that a launch date has not yet been set.
“We’ve already agreed on the modus operandi and as I speak to you, the offices are being screened,” he added.
According to him, officers will be stationed in all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to ensure comprehensive protection of power infrastructure.
“There is no state without a power infrastructure; it is just like the solid mineral sector,” he explained.
He further revealed that the process of selecting and onboarding officers is ongoing, with careful consideration being given to factors such as capacity, competence, area of specialisation, and even physical strength.
