Electricity distribution companies in Nigeria have announced the restoration of power supply in parts of their franchise areas after a system disturbance on the national grid. The disturbance, which occurred on Monday, caused the grid to collapse and left several areas without electricity.
Both the Abuja and Port Harcourt distribution companies confirmed the restoration of power in separate statements released Monday night. According to the statements, the national grid began to recover hours after the collapse, with electricity allocation to distribution companies rising to 3,411 megawatts by midnight, up from just 50 megawatts at the time of the failure.
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) said that power supply had been progressively restored across parts of its franchise area due to improved energy availability from the national grid, and that restoration efforts were ongoing to ensure full stabilization of supply. Similarly, the Port Harcourt Disco informed its customers that its feeders were being gradually restored.
This is the fourth national grid collapse in 2025, affecting electricity supply across Nigeria and raising concerns about the reliability of the country’s power infrastructure. The latest incident highlights the need for a stable and efficient electricity supply system to support economic and social activities. While the restoration of power is expected to bring relief to areas that were without electricity for several hours, the frequency of grid collapses remains a concern. Ongoing efforts are needed to address the underlying issues and prevent future occurrences. With the national grid restored, distribution companies will continue working toward ensuring a stable and reliable electricity supply for their customers.
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