Nigerian electricity distribution companies (DisCos) have reported a widespread system disturbance that disrupted power supply across their networks on Friday. The outage, which occurred at 2 p.m., saw power generation drop from 3,366.88 megawatts (MW) to 1,517.53 MW, according to data from the Independent System Operator (ISO).
In separate statements, Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) and Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) confirmed the disruption, stating that restoration efforts were underway in collaboration with key stakeholders. While IKEDC acknowledged that the outage affected supply across its network, KEDCO informed customers that it was unable to distribute electricity within its franchise area.
“We are appealing to our valued customers to kindly bear with us as we monitor the situation for the quickest restoration,” KEDCO said, urging consumers to remain vigilant against vandalism of power infrastructure during the outage.
The disruption comes shortly after the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announced a historic peak generation of 5,801.84 MW and a maximum daily energy output of 128,370.75 megawatt-hours—marking the highest electricity generation in Nigeria’s history. TCN Managing Director Sule Abdulaziz stated that the company is progressing towards its goal of evacuating 10,000 MW, building on its current transmission capacity of 8,500 MW.
Abdulaziz reassured Nigerians of the government’s commitment to modernizing the national grid and ensuring a more stable power supply. However, the latest outage highlights ongoing challenges in grid reliability, despite efforts to expand electricity generation and distribution across thec ountry.
