Nigeria’s electricity generation has climbed to 5,801.84 megawatts, marking another step forward in the country’s power sector. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, highlighting it as the highest peak generation recorded so far.
The increase was achieved on March 4, 2025, at 21:15 hours, with grid frequency stabilised at 49.69Hz. TCN noted that the power was efficiently transmitted and distributed across the country, ensuring a more stable supply for consumers during peak demand periods.
This progress follows a consistent rise in generation capacity. On March 2, 2025, output peaked at 5,713.60MW, while on February 14, it reached 5,543.20MW—both instances reflecting ongoing improvements in the sector.
According to TCN, these gains indicate a strengthening national grid and reaffirm the commitment of stakeholders, including the Federal Government, power generation companies, and electricity distributors, to enhancing supply reliability.
Despite this milestone, Nigeria’s energy needs remain significantly higher. Experts estimate that at least 30,000MW is required to provide sufficient electricity for the country’s growing population of over 200 million.
