FG Blames Gas Supply Constraints for Power Outages in Lagos, Abuja and Other States
Power outages reported in Lagos, Abuja, Ogun, Kwara and Oyo States
In Brief
- •Power outages reported in Lagos, Abuja, Ogun, Kwara and Oyo States
- •The Ministry of Power attributes the outages to maintenance issues and a decline in gas supply to thermal plants
- •Reduced hydroelectric output due to lower reservoir inflows also contributes to the shortfall
- •The government is working with TCN, NISO and DisCos to restore supply
- •No major systemic grid failure has been identified
Why It Matters
Frequent power outages disrupt households, businesses and public institutions, undermining economic activity and public confidence in the government’s infrastructure commitments. The reliance on gas for thermal generation highlights the vulnerability of Nigeria’s energy mix to supply constraints, while reduced hydro output underscores the impact of climate variability on national power reliability.
Key Details
- Affected Areas
- Lagos, Abuja, Ogun, Kwara, Oyo
- Cause of Outages
- Maintenance issues, gas supply constraints, reduced hydro output
- Government Response
- Engagement of TCN, NISO, DisCos to resolve operational constraints
- Statement By
- Adeola Adelabu, Special Adviser (Media and Publicity) to the Minister of Power
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