Manufacturers spent a significant amount on alternative power due to poor grid supply. The total expenditure on alternative power was N1.3tn in 2025. This high spending is a result of the unreliable grid supply, which affects manufacturing operations.

The cost of power is having a notable impact on factories. Further information on how high manufacturing power costs are affecting these factories is available.

Details on the effects of poor grid supply on manufacturers can be found through additional reporting, which provides more insight into this issue.