Electricity generation in Nigeria has fallen to an average of 4,300 megawatts (MW) following a significant reduction in gas supply to thermal power stations, the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO, has disclosed.
In a power supply update issued to journalists in Taraba state, the Yola Electricity Distribution Company, YEDC, attributed the decline in national output to operational constraints affecting thermal generating plants, which account for the largest share of the country’s electricity generation mix.
According to NISO, as of February 23, thermal plants were facing a daily gas supply shortfall of approximately 57.5 per cent, receiving only 42.5 per cent of the gas required for full capacity operations. The deficit has significantly reduced the total generation available on the national grid.
The system operator warned that load shedding would be implemented where necessary to maintain grid stability and prevent system disturbances.
Consequently, energy allocations to electricity distribution companies (DisCos), including YEDC, have been reduced in line with the available generation. YEDC said the limited supply allocated to its network would be distributed across its franchise area based on operational considerations.
The company, however, expressed optimism that electricity supply would improve once gas availability increases and generation capacity is restored. It appealed to customers for patience and understanding amid the ongoing supply constraints.
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