By Editor Mahmoud Muhammad
Nigeria recorded a total of 192 casualties in its power sector in 2025, including 109 deaths and 83 injuries, highlighting persistent safety concerns across the electricity industry.
The figures were disclosed on April 22, 2026, in a report detailing safety performance within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
According to the report, the casualty figure represents a slight decline from the 207 cases recorded in 2024, but regulators say the marginal improvement has not significantly reduced risks in the sector.
A breakdown of the data shows that all recorded incidents occurred within the electricity distribution segment, with no accidents linked to generation companies or the Transmission Company of Nigeria during the review period.
The report also noted that while the final quarter of 2025 showed some improvement in terms of fewer accidents and fatalities, the overall safety situation remains a major concern for regulators and industry stakeholders.
Authorities have repeatedly identified unsafe practices, poor infrastructure maintenance, and illegal connections as key drivers of accidents in the sector.
The figures underscore ongoing structural weaknesses in Nigeria’s power industry, where safety compliance and enforcement remain inconsistent despite regulatory oversight.
The data reinforces calls for stricter safety standards, improved worker training, and stronger monitoring mechanisms to reduce fatalities and protect both personnel and the public
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