Tag: NATIONAL GRID

‘Aso Villa to exit national grid by March’ – State House 

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Aso Villa national grid

The Presidential Villa in Abuja is set to fully disconnect from the national power grid by March 2026, as the Federal Government finalises its solar mini-grid initiative at the seat of power. The Permanent Secretary of the State House, Temitope Fashedemi, disclosed on Wednesday, during the 2026 Budget defence session before the Senate Committee on Special Duties at the 10th National Assembly. He explained that installation of the solar infrastructure was completed in late 2025 and has since been undergoing testing and technical assessments. Fashedemi expressed optimism that the Villa…

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Blackout, as national grid collapses again

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National grid collapses

…Drops to near zero Electricity supply across the country was disrupted on Monday following another collapse of the national grid, resulting in a steep fall in power generation. According to reports, the grid went down around 3p.m, plunging many Nigerians into darkness. The cause of the collapse could not be immediately confirmed. However, it occurred at a time when the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) was making efforts to ramp-up generation following recent gas constraints caused by pipeline vandalism. Figures obtained from the NISO showed that generation dropped dramatically from…

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National Grid faces ₦5.6tr revenue loss, as premium customers exit

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National Grid faces loss

…FG drowning in power debt; GenCos warn of collapse Nigeria’s electricity market is on the brink of total collapse, as debts to power firms spiral to ₦5.6 trillion and premium customers abandon the national grid in droves. According to a published  report at the weekend, the Federal Government already owes generation companies (GenCos) ₦4 trillion in legacy arrears, while fresh debts hit ₦1.6 trillion by August, and could reach ₦2.2 trillion by December, pushing total liabilities to ₦6.2 trillion. Sources at the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, (NERC), said the share…

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Ɗangote, over 200 firms abandon national grid amid persistent failures

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Ɗangote on National Grid2

Major companies in Nigeria, including Ɗangote Industries,  Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and Total, have abandoned the national power grid due to persistent outages.  Over 250 firms and institutions now generate their electricity through captive power plants, producing over 6,500 megawatts (MW) -surpassing the grid’s 4,500-5,000 MW capacity. Recall that the national grid has suffered 12 collapses in 2024 alone, blamed on aging infrastructure, vandalism, and poor investment. Despite Government efforts, including investigative panels, power disruptions continue to hinder businesses and essential services. Ɗangote Industries leads the shift, with…

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Fresh blackout, as National Grid collapses again

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National Grid collapses

Nigeria’s national power grid has recorded its first major collapse for the first time in 2025, barely  a fortnight into the new year. The collapse has resulted in a nationwide blackout to the despair of Nigerians. This incident marks the 13th occurrence in the past 13 months. Checks by newsmen showed that power generation dropped from 2111.01 megawatts as of 2 pm to 390.20 MW by 3 pm.A post by ‘The Energy’ podcast confirmed the blackout, stating: “National grid suffers major collapse… First in 2025”. Another post said: “Restoration has…

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Persistent Grid Collapse: EFCC probes contracts awarded in power sector

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EFCC probes contracts

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that it has initiated probe into contracts awarded in the power sector while attributing Nigerias unreliable electricity supply and persistent grid collapses to corruption within the sector. Chairman of the agency, Ola Olukoyede, disclosed this during the visit of the House Committee on Anti-Corruption and Financial Crimes to the Commissions headquarters in Abuja. According to Olukoyede, EFCC investigations revealed that contractors awarded projects to supply electrical equipment frequently resorted to substandard materials. He identified this as the primary reason for the…

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National Grid to be handed over to Independent operators - FG

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FG on National Grid

The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, (NERC), has said discussions are ongoing to transfer the management of the national grid to Independent System Operator, in line with the provisions of the Electricity Act 2023 to engender more discipline in its management. NERC also revealed that an explosion incident at the Jebba transmission station was the cause of the latest grid collapse which occurred early Saturday. According to the Commission, efforts to restore supply have progressed significantly, with power restored in 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory…

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‘Incessant grid collapse, a national embarrassment’ Nigerians

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Incessant grid collapse

Many electricity consumers in the  Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have decried the incessant grid collapses, describing it as an embarrassment to the country. Recall that the nation was thrown into darkness on Monday, following the collapse of the National Grid. The collapse on Monday was the sixth in 2024. However, power has been restored to some parts of the country yesterday. According to some consumers residing in Kubwa, Lugbe, Kuje and environs, it was time the Federal Government find a lasting solution to the incessant grid collapse. A resident of…

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Again, National Grid suffers another major collapse

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National Grid collapse

…Worsens FG’s 20hr power target Nigeria’s National grid has suffered yet another collapse of this year, leading to a significant drop in electricity generation to just 0.80 megawatts, (MWs). The power grid collapse, the fourth time in 2024, is occurring amid ongoing furore over the hike in electricity tariff for premium consumers. The electricity grid, on February 4, collapsed for the first time in 2024. Also, the country suffered another nationwide blackout following the collapse of the National Grid on March 28, and again on April 15. While the Federal Government…

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“Shutting down national grid criminal” – Police warn protesters

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Nigerian Police

The Nigeria Police Force has cautioned against violent protests across the country. This was as the force said it is unacceptable to disrupt critical infrastructure such as airports, hospitals, and other essential services during a protest. The Police added that tampering with the national grid is a criminal offence. Recall that activities were disrupted at the airports across the country and various unions shut down the National Grid on June 3 to compel the Government to agree on a new minimum wage for workers. In a statement yesterday, the Force…

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