In yet another incident, the national grid in Nigeria has collapsed, plunging the country into widespread darkness. This marks the twelfth time this year that the grid has failed, leaving Nigerians frustrated and questioning the stability of the country’s power system. The collapse happened on Thursday around 11:29 am, according to a statement from Ndidi Mbah, spokesperson for the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).

The blackout came just days after a similar incident, making it the second grid collapse in a week. TCN has announced that efforts to restore power are underway, and bulk power restoration has already begun. However, the recurring issues with the national grid have led to growing concerns among Nigerians about the reliability of the power infrastructure.

These frequent blackouts have significant impacts on daily life and economic activities. Many Nigerians took to social media to express their frustration, with some highlighting how the power disruptions affect businesses, healthcare facilities, and general productivity across the country.

While TCN has not disclosed specific details on the causes of the repeated grid failures, there is an urgent call for a long-term solution to stabilize the power system and reduce the likelihood of these blackouts.