Efforts are currently underway to restore power after the Nigerian national grid collapsed on November 5, 2024, at approximately 1:52 PM. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has deployed engineers to address the issue, with an expected restoration time of several hours. “Our team is working tirelessly to ensure that bulk power supply is restored to the affected states as quickly as possible,” said Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs.
Nigeria’s national grid has been plagued by frequent collapses, highlighting the persistent vulnerabilities in the country’s energy infrastructure. The grid, managed by the TCN, has struggled to maintain stability due to various technical and operational challenges. This year alone, the grid has collapsed multiple times, causing widespread blackouts and raising concerns about the reliability of the nation’s power supply.
The latest collapse has had significant repercussions across the country. Businesses have been forced to halt operations, hospitals are struggling to provide essential services, and millions of Nigerians are left in darkness. “The frequent grid collapses are a clear indication of the structural defects in our power sector,” said Chijoke James, National Chairman of the Electricity Consumers Association of Nigeria.
Efforts to stabilise the grid have been ongoing, but progress has been slow. The Federal Government and operators within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) have been working to address the issues, but the repeated failures suggest that more comprehensive solutions are needed. “We sincerely apologise for every inconvenience this may cause our electricity customers,” Mbah added.
As Nigeria continues to grapple with these challenges, there is a growing call for reforms in the power sector. Experts suggest that investments in infrastructure, better management practices, and increased accountability are crucial to preventing future collapses. “We need a robust and reliable power system to support our growing economy and improve the quality of life for all Nigerians,” James emphasised.
