Discos Embark on Load Shedding as Power Grid Suffers Partial Collapse, Generation Plunges to 1,132MW

Nigeria's electricity supply has been severely impacted as Distribution Companies (Discos) commenced widespread load shedding. This action follows a significant deterioration in power generation on the national grid, which experienced a partial collapse. At 8:30 pm, power generation had plunged to a mere 1,132.02 megawatts (MW), a critical low that forced Discos to reduce supply to customers.

Real-time data from the Nigerian Independent System Operator’s (NISO) grid performance dashboard revealed that several major power plants were producing zero output. Eko Disco confirmed the disruptions to its customers, citing low allocation from the grid as the reason for the load shedding. The situation worsened as only 10 generating companies were contributing to the system at that time, although generation saw a slight increase to 1,793.79MW by 9 pm as authorities worked to stabilize the grid.

The Jebba Hydroelectric Power Plant was the largest contributor, followed by Omotosho and Olorunsogo. However, numerous other significant plants, including Egbin, Geregu, and Kainji, reported no generation. This sharp decline in output has significantly constrained the electricity available for transmission to Discos, leading to the current power rationing. This incident is particularly notable as it represents the first grid disturbance observed under the new Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, and intensifies existing worries about the overall stability and reliability of Nigeria's power infrastructure.

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We are experiencing load shedding across our network. This is due to low allocation from the grid. Please bear with us.