Lagos residents stage protest over ongoing power outages
Residents of Lagos have taken to the streets to protest frequent electricity blackouts. The demonstrations, led mostly by young Nigerians, highlight growing frustration over unreliable power supply and its impact on local businesses. Protesters carried placards demanding regular electricity and an end to estimated billing. Similar protests have also occurred in other states, reflecting a nationwide concern.
What happened
- On March 12, 2026, Lagos residents protested in the Fadeyi area against persistent power outages.
- Protesters chanted and held signs with messages like “No more estimated billing” and “No light, no life, no nation.”
- The Nigerian Youth Congress in Osun State also condemned the unstable electricity situation, calling it economically damaging.
- Business owners in Effurun and Uvwie, Delta State, staged demonstrations against high bills and unreliable supply.
- Dr Joy Ogaji, CEO of the Association of Power Generation Companies, warned that the electricity crisis could worsen due to gas suppliers halting supply over unpaid debts.
