The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has disclosed ongoing discussions to transfer the management of the national grid to an Independent System Operator, as stipulated by the Electricity Act 2023.
The move aims to enhance grid discipline and stability in Nigeria's power sector.
NERC also confirmed that the recent national grid collapse, which occurred on Saturday, was triggered by an explosion at the Jebba transmission station, underlining the need for structural improvements in grid management to prevent future disruptions.
According to the commission, efforts to restore supply have progressed significantly, with power restored in 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory as of 1 pm on Saturday.
For the third time in one week, the national grid collapsed again on Saturday morning leading to a mass power outage.
Recall that the grid tripped off on Monday and on Tuesday when it was being restored.
The NERC, in a statement posted on its official X handle, acknowledged the recent rise in grid disturbances that have resulted in significant outages.
The statement read, “The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission notes with concern the recent escalating incidence of grid disturbances often leading to marked outages in several states, thus reversing many of the gains recently achieved in reducing infrastructure deficit and improving grid stability.