Nigeria experienced a major power outage on Friday, following a reported collapse of the National Grid.
The Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company in a statement via its X account attributed the blackout to a “system outage” and assured customers that efforts were underway to restore supply.
“Please be informed that we experienced a system outage today 07/03/2025 @ 14:00 hours affecting supply within our network. Restoration of supply is ongoing in collaboration with our critical stakeholders,” the company wrote.
After the blackout, “National Grid” became the top trending topic on X, as many Nigerians voiced their frustration over the persistent power instability.
While several users speculated that the grid had collapsed, the Transmission Company of Nigeria had yet to issue an official confirmation at the time of reporting.
“National Grid” was the top trending topic on X (formerly Twitter) as of 3 p.m. on Friday. Several users shared their reactions to the reported grid collapse, expressing frustration over the recurring power outages in Nigeria.
Olayinka said “We no even first get light to even be involved in this national grid issue”
X user CHYBYS questioned the situation, saying, ““Who’s disturbing national grid? E collapse abi e no collapse, stop going around the corners.”
Another user, Nollywood YouTube Lover, reacted humorously, writing, “Abeg no punish us oo… no be us beat your workers!!”
Timzil said “I like as we are very aware when national grid is upon us”
Street President said “A sane government would declare a State of Emergency on electricity. But Nigeria has never experienced a sane government. Our National Grid is suffering from chronic acute epilepsy.”
Nigeria’s power grid has suffered multiple collapses over the years, often due to inadequate generation capacity, transmission constraints, and technical faults.
Data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission shows that the grid experienced several partial or total collapses in 2024, raising concerns about the reliability of the country’s power sector.
