Erratic Power Supply Drains Profits of Abuja’s Small Businesses

Many small business owners across the Federal Capital Territory are grappling with unpredictable electricity. Some areas get only four hours of power each day, while others endure total blackouts. Laundry operators say constant outages force them onto generators and charcoal irons. Rising fuel costs now eat up most of their income. Tailors also report slower output, failed delivery deadlines and customer complaints as machines stay idle without stable power. A business centre owner describes disrupted services for photocopying, printing and internet work. He has invested in solar panels to stay afloat, but the high installation cost remains a barrier for most entrepreneurs. Owners are calling on government authorities to resolve these power challenges. They warn that without reliable electricity, many micro and small enterprises risk collapse.

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