The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced an advanced Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to enhance the monitoring and management of the national power grid.
This initiative, spearheaded by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), is funded by the World Bank and aims to reduce frequent power grid collapses while ensuring a more reliable electricity supply across the country.
During the launch event held at the National Control Centre (NCC) in Gwagwalada, Abuja, Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, emphasized the significance of the SCADA system in transforming the grid’s operational efficiency.
Represented by Emmanuel Nosike, the acting Permanent Secretary, Adelabu stated that the technology allows for real-time monitoring of the grid’s performance, improving response times to outages and optimizing system load management.
“The SCADA system will enable us to monitor the entire electricity network from a centralized location, ensuring prompt responses to outages, efficient load management, and optimized system performance,” Adelabu explained.
