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Nigeria has once again been plunged into darkness following another collapse of the national grid on Wednesday, marking the second such incident in 2024. According to data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org), the collapse occurred around 11:30 a.m., though the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has yet to disclose the cause of the disturbance. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) confirmed the outage, stating that a system disturbance at 11:34 a.m. caused power failures across its franchise areas. While gradual restoration efforts are underway, full recovery depends on stabilizing the grid.
This latest collapse adds to a growing trend of grid instability, with approximately 12 recorded failures in 2024 alone. The most recent prior incident occurred on January 11, 2025, highlighting the fragility of Nigeria’s power infrastructure. A popular X (formerly Twitter) account tracking the national grid also reported the disturbance, noting that parts of the country experienced outages. TCN spokesperson Ndidi Mbah, when contacted, stated she was in transit and promised to provide further details later.
The recurring grid collapses underscore systemic challenges in Nigeria’s power sector, including aging infrastructure, insufficient maintenance, and inadequate investment. These issues have left millions of Nigerians reliant on alternative power sources, such as generators, which are costly and environmentally damaging. The frequent outages also disrupt businesses, healthcare services, and daily life, further straining the economy.
Efforts to stabilize the grid and improve power supply have been ongoing, but progress remains slow. Stakeholders, including the TCN and distribution companies, must prioritize long-term solutions, such as infrastructure upgrades, renewable energy integration, and improved grid management. Without significant reforms, Nigeria’s power sector will continue to struggle, leaving citizens in the dark and hindering national development.
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