As of March 17, 16 out of 33 power plants were not supplying electricity, dragging generation down to just 3,705 megawatts. Nigeria’s power crisis did not begin today. The initiative focused heavily on transmission upgrades while neglecting the deeper issues of generation capacity, gas supply, and distribution inefficiencies. Lastly, gas supply must be secured through enforceable contracts, improved infrastructure, and credible payment guarantees. Nigeria’s power crisis is no longer merely a technical challenge; it is indeed a test of governance.

Source: Punch March 23, 2026 15:18 UTC