The Presidential Adviser on Power, Mr. Lanre Babalola, held a meeting over the weekend with the management of the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) to devise a lasting solution to the recurring grid collapses in the country.
Focus on Resource Management and Operational Discipline
During the meeting, Babalola underscored the importance of prudent resource management, enhanced operational discipline, and sustained efforts to improve grid performance and reduce system disturbances across the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). He reaffirmed NISO's critical role in driving a more stable, resilient, and efficient power sector.
NISO's Commitment to Grid Reliability
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of NISO, Abdu Bello Mohammed, assured the delegation of the organization's unwavering commitment to advancing grid reliability and operational excellence. He pledged full support toward achieving the shared objective of a more robust and sustainable electricity supply industry.
History of Grid Collapses
The power sector has been working tirelessly to address the issue of persistent grid collapses, which have become an embarrassment to the nation. In 2023, the grid collapsed three times, on September 14, September 19, and December 11. The situation worsened in 2024, with twelve collapses recorded on February 4, March 28, April 15, July 6, August 5, October 14, October 15, October 19, October 22, November 5, November 7, and December 11. In 2025, the grid collapsed four times, on February 12, March 7, September 10, and December 29. The trend has continued into 2026, with two collapses already recorded since the beginning of the year.
Despite the formation of a six-member committee to advise the Federal Government on necessary solutions to make the national grid robust and reliable, the collapses have persisted.
