Power outage: NNPCL, grid operator trade blames while Nigerians sleep in darkness
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, NNPCL, has pushed back against claims that a lack of gas was responsible for the electricity generation shortfall in the country. The NNPCL said its pipeline system is free and ready to carry gas to power stations across Nigeria, stating that there is no blockage in the network that […] Power outage: NNPCL, grid operator trade blames while Nigerians…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd, NNPCL, has refuted assertions that a lack of gas was responsible for the electricity generation shortfall in Nigeria. The company stated that its pipeline system is operational and capable of delivering gas to power stations throughout the country, with no blockages hindering this process.
According to NNPCL, the gas transport network operated by its subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Ltd, NGIC, is functioning without issues. The company's statement places them in direct conflict with the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO. On November 5, NISO had attributed the reduced power generation to inadequate gas supply and low water levels at hydro power stations.
However, NNPCL disagreed, pointing out that gas production in the country has increased by approximately 10 percent since the beginning of 2026. They attributed this growth to the Federal Government's plans to develop and monetize Nigeria's gas resources. The company emphasized its commitment to establishing dependable energy infrastructure and fostering collaboration to convert Nigeria's gas resources into more reliable electricity for the Nigerian populace.
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