We are working to stabilize grid- TCN speak after witnessing first system collapse of the year

The first collapse of the national grid occurred today, rendering several people into darkness.

It was confirmed by the Transmission Company of Nigeria in a statement, confirming the collapse at 12:34 pm.

"There was system disturbance which occurred at about 12.34 pm this afternoon, affecting some parts of the country," the statement from TCN read.

However, they promised to work on it and stabilize power distribution. They also noted that Abuja received power as at 1:10 pm today.

“As at 1:10pm, supply was restored to Abuja and most parts of the affected areas.TCN is still working to completely restore and stabilise the nation’s grid,” the statement added.