Adelabu Reveals Root Causes of Grid Collapses, Outlines Plan for Urgent Action

The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has shed light on the frequent grid collapses plaguing the nation.

After receiving a detailed report from a committee led by Mrs. Nafisat Ali, Executive Director of the Independent System Operator (ISO), Adelabu attributed these disruptions primarily to vandalism and inadequate maintenance.

The report, which was presented in Abuja, highlighted specific incidents that have exacerbated the grid's instability.

Notably, it mentioned the destruction of lightning arrestors at Jebba and Osogbo transmission stations on October 14, and an explosion of a current transformer (CT) at Jebba Station on October 19.

These events underscore the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to both human interference and technical failures.

Adelabu emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "The Federal Government is taking the issue seriously, requiring urgent attention."

He assured that the ministry would meticulously review the committee's findings, make necessary amendments, and submit the revised report to President Bola Tinubu for further action.

The committee's recommendations include revising the relaying philosophy and settings within one month, enhancing capacity development for maintenance and system operator staff, and testing existing equipment at critical nodes.

Mrs. Ali noted that any recommendations with financial implications would be considered in the 2025 budget or addressed through a supplementary budget.