Power grid boosted as vandalised gas lines repaired
Power grid
Abdullateef Fowewe
In a significant win for the nation’s struggling electricity sector, the Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has on Saturday announced a marked improvement in power generation after the repair of vandalised gas supply infrastructure linking Lagos and Escravos.
The restoration, carried out by the Nigerian Gas Infrastructure Company (NGIC), has enhanced gas supply to several key thermal power plants, marking “a positive step toward stabilizing the electricity supply and improving grid reliability for consumers nationwide,” according to a statement signed by NISO management.
Currently, affected plants are ramping up power offtake gradually “to ensure a smooth recovery and maintain the stability of both the gas supply network and the national electricity grid.”
This cautious approach aims to avoid system stress while meeting demands from industries, businesses, and households.
Other thermal plants stand ready on standby, awaiting gas supply confirmations by the end of December 27, 2025. Once cleared, they will join the national grid to bolster capacity and cut outage risks.
NISO emphasised ongoing collaboration with power generators, gas suppliers, and regulators to tackle challenges in real time, reaffirming its commitment to “a reliable, efficient, and resilient power system that supports Nigeria’s socio-economic development.”
In the meantime, the operator urged consumers to practice energy conservation as efforts to stabilise supply continue.
