There has been a total blackout in Abuja, Lagos, and other places as the National electricity grid collapsed for the third after it had previously collapsed twice last month.
Last month, the national power grid collapsed twice and worsened the energy crisis nationwide, as Nigerians had to contend with fuel scarcity and power outages.
The collapse of the grid happened on Friday evening, again causing a power outage across the country, as homes and businesses were without power to run their activities.
The development was confirmed by some of the power distribution companies in a statement on Friday.
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company stated that the collapse had resulted in a power outage in its area of operation, which covered about five states.
According to AEDC in a tweet via its official Twitter handle, the company said, “Please be informed that there has just been a national grid collapse causing an outage in our franchise areas.
“We apologize for the inconvenience caused and appeal that you bear with us while we await restoration from the TCN (Transmission Company of Nigeria). We regret all inconvenience caused.”
Eko Electricity Distribution Company also said the grid collapse affected its entire network.
“Good evening everyone. We regret to inform you that the current outage affecting our entire network is due to system collapse,” EKEDC stated.
It added, “TCN team is working to resolve it as soon as possible.
Sincere apologies for the inconvenience caused. Please, bear with us.”
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