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National Power Grid Collapses Again: Engineers Rush to Restore Power Across Nigeria
Nigeria’s national power grid reportedly suffered another collapse on Tuesday, impacting several regions and plunging parts of the country into darkness.
Around 1:39 p.m., the grid’s power generation began to decline sharply, with reports showing an initial drop from 2,711 megawatts at 1 p.m., compared to an earlier peak of 3,631 MW.
Before this, the grid had reached 3,934.77 MW early in the morning around 6 a.m., indicating that power output was fluctuating even before the collapse.
However, the situation deteriorated further between 2 p.m. and 3 p.m., when power generation dropped completely to zero, according to industry monitors.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) later issued a statement acknowledging what it described as a “partial disturbance” in the national grid at 1:52 p.m. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s spokesperson, attributed the incident to a sequence of line and generator failures that led to significant instability in the grid system.
She explained that while a major section of the grid experienced a power disruption, data from the National Control Centre indicated that not all areas of the grid were impacted equally, with some areas maintaining minimal service.
TCN officials noted that efforts were underway to restore power supply to the affected regions as quickly as possible.
Engineers were reportedly dispatched to assess and stabilize the disrupted lines and generator units.
By 2:49 p.m., power had been successfully restored to the Abuja area, with ongoing efforts to gradually bring other affected areas back online.
“We are working to reinstate bulk power supply across the country and hope to have full service soon,” Mbah said, adding that they regretted any disruption caused to households, businesses, and essential services dependent on consistent electricity.
This incident follows a series of recent power instability issues in Nigeria, where grid failures and inconsistent electricity supply have long been a challenge for both the government and private sectors.
Over the years, these disruptions have sparked conversations on the urgent need for energy sector reforms.
APC chieftain Joe Igbokwe has pointed fingers at Nigerian traders for the continued surge in food prices across the country. In a Facebook post on Saturday, the outspoken supporter of President Bola Tinubu’s administration accused traders of being too greedy to reduce their prices.
He added that even as statistics suggest that the cost of food is starting to drop, traders have refused to comply. Furthermore, he expressed frustration, saying the refusal to lower prices shows a deeper problem of selfishness among citizens. According to him, Nigerians are their own worst enemies, driven by greed and a habit of taking more than they need.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to travel to Rome this Saturday to attend the inauguration of Pope Leo XIV, the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. The invitation came directly from Pope Leo XIV, who emphasized the importance of the president’s presence during this significant moment for the Church and a world facing many challenges.
Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, will be officially installed as the 267th Bishop of Rome on Sunday, May 18, at St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican.
President Tinubu will be accompanied by key Catholic figures, including the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Archbishop Lucius Ugorji of Owerri, Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Abuja, Archbishop Alfred Martins of Lagos, and Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah of Sokoto.
Notably, Pope Leo XIV has a special connection to Nigeria, having worked at the Apostolic Nunciature in Lagos during the 1980s. After the ceremony, President Tinubu is expected to return to Abuja on Tuesday, May 20.
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged Nigerians to preserve their culture and ensure it doesn’t fade away with time. Speaking through his deputy, Barrister Adebayo Lawal, at the 2025 World Egungun Festival grand finale held in Ibadan, Makinde emphasized the importance of keeping traditions alive.
The event took place at Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in the Oke Ado area and was graced by top dignitaries including Chief Lekan Alabi, who represented the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, Osun State’s Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Ojo Abiodun, Prince Adeola Adelakun of Oje Parapo Worldwide, and Oyo State’s own Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun.
Makinde stressed that culture and tourism are key focus areas for his administration, and his government is committed to supporting efforts that will keep local traditions thriving. He added that by investing in cultural events and heritage, the state can boost its economy through tourism and increase revenue. He said, “We must not let our culture die. I’m glad to see young people taking part in this celebration, not just the elders.”
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