Residents and small business owners in Abuja are raising alarms over worsening electricity supply, with many saying their livelihoods are at risk. According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), areas like Kubwa, Kuje, Gwagwalada, and Aco Estate have experienced prolonged blackouts, forcing businesses to shut down.
Amanda Okoye, a Kubwa-based fashion designer, told NAN: “We’ve been in darkness for three days. Fuel is too expensive, and I can’t meet customer demands. I’ve had to close my shop.” Similar frustrations were echoed by Collins Osahon, a barber, who said power availability has dropped to just two hours daily, forcing him to hike service prices.
The situation is equally dire for Comfort Maduka, a cold room operator in Kuje, who lamented: “My goods are spoiling because I can’t afford diesel. The government and AEDC must act fast.”
In response, Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu acknowledged the crisis, stating: “We’re committed to stabilizing the grid and expanding access through infrastructure upgrades and renewable energy partnerships.” He urged Nigerians to report energy theft and adopt efficient power usage.
With businesses folding and livelihoods at stake, residents are calling for urgent intervention before the crisis deepens.
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