Ikeja Electric, a major Electricity Distribution Company (DisCo) in Nigeria, has officially linked the ongoing reduction in electricity supply to a nationwide decline in power generation, primarily caused by limited gas supply to thermal power plants. In a public notice issued via its X handle, the company detailed how this development has significantly impacted the volume of energy available on the national grid and, consequently, the allocation to distribution companies across the country.
Impact on Energy Distribution
The DisCo explained that the gas supply constraints have led to a noticeable decrease in the energy delivered to customers, stating, "The ongoing reduction in electricity supply is largely due to a nationwide drop in power generation, caused by limited gas supply to thermal power plants." This situation has reduced the energy available on the national grid, affecting allocations to Ikeja Electric and other distribution companies, thereby disrupting service reliability for consumers.
Customer Apology and Assurance
Ikeja Electric acknowledged the inconvenience caused by this development and appealed for customer understanding, with the notice reading, "We sincerely regret the inconvenience caused by this development and appreciate your patience and understanding during this period." The company also assured customers of its commitment to fair and efficient distribution of the available electricity, emphasizing efforts to distribute power as equitably as possible despite the challenges.
NISO Denies Zero-Megawatt Allocation Reports
In related news, the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has denied recent media publications alleging that zero-megawatt allocations were made to some DisCos between March 20 and 22, 2026. In a statement entitled 'NISO Clarification on Load Allocation Reports', the system operator clarified that while the power system experienced reduced generation levels due to gas supply constraints, available generation was continuously dispatched and equitably allocated to all DisCos throughout the period.
Regulatory Framework and Transparency
The statement added that load allocation was carried out in accordance with the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) Multi-Year Tariff Order (MYTO) framework, which ensures that available generation is fairly shared among all DisCos based on established allocation principles. NISO restated its commitment to maintaining transparency in system operations and ensuring fair, efficient, and reliable dispatch of available generation in line with regulatory provisions, while urging the public and stakeholders to rely on verified information from official sources and avoid disseminating misleading reports.
