The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has dismissed reports claiming that the national grid has already suffered two collapses in 2025, calling them misleading, mischievous, and inaccurate.
In a statement released on Saturday via its official X handle, the TCN urged the public to disregard the reports, stating that they originated from unauthorized sources.
What Really Happened on February 12?
Clarifying the events of February 12, 2025, the TCN explained that what occurred was not a grid collapse, but rather a tripping of the Omotosho-Ikeja West 330kV transmission line. This incident temporarily affected power supply in parts of Abuja, Lagos, and Osogbo, but did not disrupt the entire grid.
The statement emphasized that at the time of the incident, the Benin-Egbin 330kV line was already undergoing scheduled maintenance, which contributed to the outage in some areas. However, power was fully restored shortly afterward, and other parts of the country remained unaffected.
TCN Warns Against False Reports
The company also cautioned against misinformation, stressing that only the National Control Centre System Operator or its designated National Supplementary Control Centre (SNCC) is authorized to provide updates on the grid’s status.
“We appeal to the general public to disregard inaccurate reports on grid events and past records from unauthorized sources,” the statement read.
Reaffirming that no system collapse has occurred this year, the TCN urged journalists and the public to verify information through its Public Affairs Department before spreading unverified claims.
Bottom Line
The national grid remains intact, and while localized outages may occur due to technical issues or maintenance, the TCN insists that reports of a nationwide collapse are false. As Nigeria continues to navigate its electricity challenges, transparency and accurate reporting remain crucial for public confidence in the system.
