The managing director and CEO of the Nigerian transmission company, Sule Abdulaziz, disclosed that Nigeria supplies 24-hour electricity to neighboring countries, Togo and Benin, amid ongoing discussions in the country following a recent power grid collapse.
“We supply Togo, Benin, and Niger. They get power from Nigeria on a 24-hour basis, and they are paying for it,” Abdulaziz
When asked why many Nigerians do not enjoy uninterrupted power, he responded, “Nigerians are getting 24-hour supply, but it’s not everyone. Those in Band A receive 20-22 hours of power supply.”
Band A customers are prioritized for 20-24 hours of electricity, Band B customers get 16-20 hours, and Band C customers receive 12-16 hours of power daily.
Abdulaziz expressed optimism about achieving a consistent electricity supply across Nigeria within five years.
“I am telling you we can get a consistent power supply in less than five years. The new minister is looking at the problems, he is not doing cosmetic showdowns,” he said.
He emphasized that system collapses do not necessarily originate from the TCN.
