Nigeria’s national grid suffered another collapse, triggering power outages across several parts of the country. Distribution companies reported that restoration efforts are now underway, but as of the afternoon of December 29, 2025, only minimal electricity was being supplied to consumers nationwide.
Many distribution companies confirmed the grid failure. The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company said a “system disturbance” occurred at 14:02 pm, causing outages in its franchise areas, and assured customers that it is working closely with relevant stakeholders to restore power once the grid is stabilized. In contrast, the Eko distribution company reported that the national grid has been restored and that power supply to its feeders is being gradually reinstated. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has not yet commented on the latest collapse.
This incident is the most recent in a series of grid collapses that have plagued Nigeria in 2025, despite government efforts to improve electricity supply. In August, the federal government announced plans to secure a $238 million loan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to expand the national grid network. The loan is intended to fund new transmission lines and substations.
The frequency of these collapses has raised concerns about Nigeria’s ability to provide reliable electricity. While the government has reassured citizens that it is addressing the issue, the repeated failures underscore the need for more substantial investment in the country’s energy infrastructure. As restoration efforts continue, consumers remain waiting for a return to normal power supply, and the effectiveness of the government’s initiatives will be closely watched in the coming months.
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