Nigeria’s electricity supply system, on Friday, suffered its first national grid collapse in 2026, with real-time data showing total generation falling to 0.00 megawatts, plunging large parts of the country into darkness. Figures obtained from the grid performance dashboard published by the Nigerian Independent System Operator indicated that at 14:00 hours, real-time generation stood at 0.00MW, with only one generation company (Genco) reporting on the platform. All major power plants listed on the dashboard, including Afam, Alaoji, Egbin, Geregu, Jebba, Kainji, Odukpani and Okpai, were shown to be generating zero output at the time of the collapse. The system disturbance also cascaded into the distribution end of the...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has undertaken an inspection tour of key projects in Mopamuro Local Government Area, commending the community for the prevailing peace and reaffirming his administration’s commitment to grassroots development. The Governor praised the people of the area who are serving in his administration, describing their contributions as diligent and result-driven. Governor Ododo who had earlier visited the Elulu of Mopa and Chairman of the Mopamuro Local Government Traditional Council, His Royal Majesty, Oba Muyiwa Ibeun, applauded the traditional institution for its stabilising role, noting that peace and order remain the bedrock of development in the area. He charged the traditional rulers to exercise caution...

Nigeria’s electricity supply system, on Friday, suffered its first national grid collapse in 2026, with real-time data showing total generation falling to 0.00 megawatts,...

Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has undertaken an inspection tour of key projects in Mopamuro Local Government Area, commending the community for the...