Imokun Community in Epe Marks One Year Without Electricity, Slams Lawmakers’ Neglect Appeals for Urgent Intervention Laud council chairman effort Imokun community in Eredo Local Council Development Area, Epe, Lagos State, has cried out over a year-long total blackout, leaving over 800 households dependent on a single 500 kVA transformer stranded and frustrated. Eko Hot … Read more
His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom on Friday, December 20 hosted key members of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) at his palace. The meeting aimed at addressing the prolonged electricity blackout affecting the Epe Federal Constituency. Parties at the meeting, sought to find sustainable solutions to the … Read more
The Shiroro-Katampe 330kV transmission line was vandalized, causing a blackout in Abuja. TCN confirmed conductor components were stolen and repair efforts are ongoing. Nigerians are urged to report suspicious activities to prevent future vandalism. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the vandalism of one of its critical infrastructures, the Shiroro-Katampe 330kV transmission line, … Read more
Nigeria was plunged into darkness on Wednesday after the national power grid collapsed once again. EKO HOT BLOG reports the grid has now collapsed 11 times between January and November 2024. In October alone, the grid experienced three collapses within a single week, leading to widespread blackouts and significant public outcry. The official Twitter account … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that residents of Iraye in Epe, Lagos State, are growing increasingly frustrated with the ongoing power outage that has lasted for several months. Many have expressed that the power cables in the area are now “useless,” as they no longer provide any electricity, comparing it to rope for drying clothes. The blackout has … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has attributed Thursday’s National Grid collapse to a sudden frequency spike from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz. In a statement, TCN spokesperson Ndidi Mbah explained that the disturbance, which marks the second grid collapse in three days, began at approximately 11:29 AM on Thursday. Recovery efforts were immediately initiated, and the … Read more
The National Grid suffered its second collapse in just two days on Thursday, November 7, plunging large parts of Nigeria into darkness once again. This latest incident follows a similar collapse on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns over the country’s electricity infrastructure. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
Nine Northern states in Nigeria are currently experiencing widespread power outages following the latest collapse of the national electricity grid, marking the fourth incident in less than about 8 days. Kunle Olubiyo, President of the Nigeria Consumer Protection Network, confirmed this development in a statement released on Monday night. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Tinubu Arrives Abuja … Read more
Nigeria’s national grid has experienced yet another collapse, marking the third incident in just one week. The latest failure occurred early Saturday morning, plunging numerous states into complete darkness. Data from the Nigerian System Operator’s portal (niggrid.org) indicated that as of 9:20 AM today, the grid recorded zero megawatts (MW), exacerbating the ongoing power crisis … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has provided an update on the ongoing restoration of the national grid following its collapse on Monday, October 14, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West Brom Celebrate Ajayi On … Read more
The national electricity grid has collapsed once again, plunging the country into darkness. The collapse occurred around 6:18 pm on Monday, with power generation dropping significantly before completely shutting down. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe residents are set to witness a significant breakthrough as the long-standing electricity outage in the area is expected to be resolved today. This follows the relentless efforts of Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government, in collaboration with Hon. Abiodun Tobun, a member of the Lagos State House … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported on Sunday that suspected vandals attacked its transmission line, which supplies power to Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State. In a statement from General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, it was revealed that the vandals cut down tower No. T372 along the Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri 330kV transmission line on … Read more
Ora community is seeking assistance for transformer energization after a yearlong blackout. Eko Hot Blog reports that residents of Ora Community, particularly in Phase I & II, have endured a blackout for over a year. Initially, the transformer needed maintenance, and funds were raised by the community. However, the transformer eventually broke down completely, requiring … Read more
National grid collapsed again, causing power outage. Second collapse in less than a month. TCN working to restore power, highest loads in Abuja and Lagos. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the nation’s national grid has collapsed once again. The development left homes and businesses without power supply for several hours yesterday. This is the second … Read more
Nationwide Blackout As National Grid Collapses For The Second Time In 2024 Collapse of national grid from Osogbo leads to widespread power outages. Distribution companies report system failure, efforts underway for restoration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that once again, the nation grapples with a nationwide blackout, marking the second occurrence in 2024 within a span of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Dan’Agundi Power Transmission Station, a critical electricity supply hub for Kano city, has been gutted by fire on Sunday. The raging fire has resulted in power outages affecting areas surrounding the transmission station in the Kano State capital. EDITOR’S PICKS A Nation at Crossroads: Balancing Health and Hardship in Nigeria’s … Read more
Travellers at the Lagos International Airport were left stranded for a few minutes on Saturday. The situation arose as a result of a sudden blackout that crashed operations for a few minutes. Some of the travellers knocked the apparent poor management of the airport. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that collation activities for the rerun election in Nnewi North, Nnewi South, and Ekwusigo Federal Constituencies in Anambra State were marred by a blackout at the Nnewi North Local Government headquarters, the designated collation center for the event. EDITOR’S PICK: Kano Hisbah Arrests 52 Keke Riders Over Alleged Immoral Haircuts And … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that it has become a matter of great concern that Nigerians nationwide have been experiencing distressingly frequent electricity power disruptions, resulting in immense difficulties for businesses, unbearable heat for families, and hindered provision of essential services. Gaining insight into the causes of these consistent blackouts is of utmost importance in effectively dealing … Read more