Nigeria Faces Nationwide Blackout as National Power Grid Collapses

The collapse of Nigeria's national power grid on January 23, 2026, led to a nationwide blackout, impacting 11 distribution companies. Efforts to improve the grid's capacity have been ongoing, with recent upgrades expected to enhance stability.

Despite restoration efforts by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, the grid continues to face breakdowns, raising concerns about the reliability of electricity supply in the country.