Emmanuel OchayiMost parts of Nigeria plunged into darkness on Saturday afternoon, January 11, 2025, as the national grid collapsed.
This marks the first collapse of the grid in the new year. According to a data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org) showed the grid failure occurred at exactly 1:56 p.m. This incident raises concerns as it follows a series of 12 collapses in 2024.
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The report highlights the ongoing instability of the grid, which suffered 12 consecutive collapses last year. “This incident follows a pattern of instability,” the report states.
The repeated failures of the grid have sparked discussions about the reliability of Nigeria’s power infrastructure. Despite these issues, the specific cause of the latest collapse has not been disclosed by the authorities. The 12 times the grid fell in 2024 are:
- February 4, 2024
- March 28, 2024
- April 15, 2024
- July 6, 2024
- August 5, 2024
- October 14, 2024
- October 15, 2024
- October 19, 2024
- October 22, 2024
- November 5, 2024
- November 7, 2024
- December 11, 2024
Lack of Information on the Latest Collapse
While the pattern of failures is evident, the cause of the most recent grid collapse remains unknown. The report from notes that no official explanation has been provided.
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This lack of transparency leaves many in the dark, both literally and figuratively, about the future stability of the national grid.
Previous Collapses and Current Concerns of the National Grid
The recurring collapses of the grid have caused widespread concern among Nigerians. The report points out, “The grid suffering about 12 consecutive collapses in 2024” is a significant issue that demands urgent attention. The pattern of instability calls for immediate action to prevent further disruptions.
Future of Nigeria’s Power Infrastructure
As the nation deals with another grid failure, the focus now shifts to the future of Nigeria’s power infrastructure.
The repeated collapses of the national grid highlight the need for systemic improvements and greater investment in the sector. Stakeholders and authorities must address these issues to ensure reliable power supply for the country.
Emmanuel Ochayi is a journalist. He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, School of first choice and the nations pride. Emmanuel is keen on exploring writing angles in different areas, including Business, climate change, politics, Education, and others.
