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Transmission faults cut power allocations to Lagos, Abuja, others
The Punch
Aug 31, 2026 · 09:00 WAT
Multiple transmission line outages have reduced electricity allocations to Lagos, Abuja and other regions. The Nigerian System Operator attributed the lower allocations to the transmission faults, highlighting operational constraints in power distribution that may affect electricity availability for households and businesses.