Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed outrage over Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis, taking a swipe at the Federal Government and challenging the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, to explain the country’s worsening power supply situation.
The veteran actress voiced her frustration in a video shared on her official Instagram page, where she questioned why Nigerians were still struggling with frequent blackouts despite repeated promises of improvements in the electricity sector. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
Henshaw particularly took issue with a statement reportedly attributed to the power minister suggesting that some electricity consumers had complained about uninterrupted power supply causing items in their freezers to become excessively cold.
Reacting angrily, the actress demanded that the minister identify the individuals who allegedly made such complaints, questioning why anyone would request reduced electricity supply when millions of Nigerians were struggling to get regular power.
Addressing the minister directly, she said:
“Mr Minister of Power, there’s no light. There’s hardly been light. You people will bring it, and then give minutes; it’s gone.”
She continued by questioning the reported complaints about freezer temperatures, asking:
“What is a freezer for?”
The actress described the explanation as difficult to believe and demanded the names and contact details of those who allegedly asked the government to reduce electricity supply.
Expressing disbelief over the situation, Henshaw questioned why Nigerians were still experiencing unreliable electricity in 2026.
According to the actress, electricity sometimes returns for barely five minutes before disappearing again, leaving households and businesses struggling to carry out their daily activities.
She also criticised the growing dependence on generators and solar energy, observing that many Nigerians now have to combine different sources of electricity simply to enjoy basic comfort at home.
Henshaw suggested that ordinary households were increasingly being forced to operate like factories, spending additional money on alternative energy solutions because of the unreliable national grid.
Her comments reflect the frustration of many electricity consumers who continue to contend with power interruptions while dealing with the rising cost of living.
The actress did not hide her disappointment with the explanations surrounding Nigeria’s electricity challenges.
She questioned the logic behind asking consumers to accept reduced electricity supply when reliable power remains a major concern for households and businesses.
Henshaw also expressed frustration over the financial pressure placed on citizens, who must spend additional money purchasing fuel, maintaining generators and investing in solar installations.
In the caption accompanying her Instagram video, the actress expressed her anger in strong terms.
She wrote:
“In the words of General Agnes in Ghana, ‘to hell with all of you.’ What kind of wickedness is this that you people are doing??
“With the high cost of everything already, with this blazing hot sun outside?? Wetin naaaaa???!!!”
Her reaction has added to the growing public conversation about the country’s electricity crisis and the government’s responsibility to provide reliable power.
Nigeria’s electricity challenges have continued to attract criticism from consumers, businesses and public figures.
The country’s power sector faces several operational difficulties, including gas supply constraints affecting thermal power stations, transmission limitations and reduced electricity generation.
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has previously identified gas supply challenges and lower hydroelectric output among factors contributing to reductions in electricity generation.
Meanwhile, the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has directed relevant power-sector institutions to address operational problems affecting electricity generation, transmission and distribution.
However, consumers continue to demand measurable improvements in the quality and consistency of electricity supply.
For many Nigerians, the challenge goes beyond having electricity for a few hours. It is also about the additional financial burden of paying electricity bills while purchasing fuel and maintaining alternative power systems.
Kate Henshaw’s latest outburst has once again brought the electricity crisis into the entertainment and public affairs conversation.
Her criticism highlights the difficulties faced by ordinary Nigerians who depend on electricity for refrigeration, business operations, communication, entertainment and other everyday activities.
The actress is among several Nigerian entertainers who have recently expressed frustration over the country’s unreliable electricity supply.
Her central message is clear: Nigerians want consistent electricity, not explanations that appear disconnected from their everyday experiences.
As public pressure continues to mount, attention remains on the Federal Government and relevant power-sector authorities to deliver lasting improvements.