The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has dismissed reports of a national grid collapse, clarifying that the power outage on Friday was due to a line-tripping incident. Electricity distribution companies confirmed reduced power allocation but assured customers of ongoing restoration efforts to maintain grid stability and prevent further disruptions.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has refuted claims that the national grid collapsed on Friday, attributing the reported power disruptions to a technical issue.
Speaking to Daily Post, TCN spokesperson Ndidi Mbah explained that the incident at 2 PM was a "line tripping" case rather than a total grid collapse. This tripping led to a temporary reduction in electricity allocation to distribution companies, causing outages in several areas.
Electricity providers, including Ikeja Electric and Eko Electricity Distribution Company, acknowledged the power reduction, citing ongoing efforts with TCN to restore supply. The companies assured customers that the disruptions were part of maintaining grid stability and preventing larger-scale failures.
Public concerns over a possible collapse arose due to recent outages, as Nigeria has previously faced multiple system failures. However, TCN insisted that there has been no nationwide grid collapse in 2025. Last year, the country experienced at least 11 such incidents.
While TCN continues to work on stabilization, consumers remain frustrated by recurring power disruptions. Many took to social media to express concerns about Nigeria’s energy reliability, questioning the effectiveness of ongoing reforms in the sector.
With power supply remaining a major challenge, experts urge increased investment in infrastructure to reduce the frequency of outages and improve energy security.
