Power generation drops to 4,300MW as gas shortfall hampers thermal plants

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The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has reported that electricity generation in Nigeria has dropped to an average of 4,300 megawatts (MW) due to a considerable decrease in gas supply to thermal power plants.

The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC), in a power supply update provided to journalists in Taraba state, linked the decrease in national output to operational limitations impacting thermal generating plants, which make up the majority of the country’s electricity generation mix.

NISO reported that, as of February 23, thermal plants were experiencing a daily gas supply deficit of about 57.5 percent, receiving just 42.5 percent of the gas needed for full-capacity operations. The total generation available on the national grid has been significantly reduced due to the deficit.

The system operator cautioned that load shedding would be enacted as needed to ensure grid stability and avert system disturbances.

As a result, energy allocations to electricity distribution companies (DisCos), such as YEDC, have been decreased in accordance with the available generation. YEDC stated that the limited supply designated for its network would be allocated across its franchise area according to operational factors.

The company did express optimism that once gas availability increases and generation capacity is restored, the electricity supply will improve. It called on customers to be patient and understanding in light of the ongoing supply constraints.

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