On January 11, 2025, Nigeria's national grid collapsed, marking the first incident of the year. This follows a series of grid failures in 2024. While the cause of the collapse remains undisclosed, restoration efforts by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) are underway.
On January 11, 2025, Nigeria’s national grid suffered its first collapse of the year, leaving millions in darkness. The failure occurred at 1:56 pm, according to the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org). This incident is part of a worrying pattern, as the grid experienced 12 collapses throughout 2024.
The cause of the collapse has not yet been revealed, but it highlights ongoing issues with the country's energy infrastructure. The government and relevant agencies, including the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), are working to restore power, though no specific timeline has been provided for full recovery.
The recurring grid failures have raised concerns about the stability and reliability of Nigeria’s power sector. Past collapses have had significant impacts on both households and industries, adding to the growing frustration of citizens and businesses alike. The situation calls for urgent attention to improving the infrastructure and addressing the systemic challenges that plague the national power grid.
