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Blackout as national grid collapses again

The national grid on Wednesday suffered another system collapse resulting in blackout in some parts of the country.

The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) confirmed the development via a statement on Wednesday.

“Dear Customers, we regret to inform you of a system collapse on the National grid at precisely 11:27a.m today, July 20.

“We are in talks with the Transmission Company of Nigeria to ascertain the cause of the collapse and a possible restoration timeline.

“We will keep you updated on the situation,” the electricity distribution company said.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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