NISO Reports Drop In Electricity Generation To 3,200 MW Due To PENGASSAN Strike
By Oludare Joshua
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has announced a significant decline in electricity generation on the National Grid, with current output plummeting to 3,200 megawatts (MW) as a result of the industrial action initiated by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN).
According to a statement from NISO, the strike has resulted in widespread gas shortages, causing generation capacity to drop from over 4,300 MW. In response to these challenges, NISO has implemented contingency measures aimed at stabilizing the National Grid, including strategic increases in output from major hydroelectric stations. These efforts have added more than 400 MW to the grid to help mitigate the impact of reduced gas-fired generation.
The statement elaborated, “Real-time load adjustments are now in place to align available generation with system demand and prevent frequency collapse. Our deployment of reactive power compensation and reserve monitoring has been enhanced to safeguard system integrity.”
NISO also indicated that selectively applied load shedding may occur as a last resort to prevent a complete system failure and ensure equitable power distribution. These proactive measures are designed to minimize the repercussions of the labor-induced gas shortages, sustain operational security, and maintain electricity supply to essential services, effectively averting a nationwide blackout.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to proactive grid management, operational excellence, and adherence to best practices, ensuring a secure and reliable electricity supply for the nation.
