Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has criticised Nigeria’s persistent electricity problems, questioning why reliable power remains a challenge in 2026.
The actress said electricity sometimes lasts for only five minutes, forcing households to depend on generators and solar energy.
Her remarks have sparked reactions on social media, with Nigerians sharing their struggles with heat, rising fuel costs and poor power supply.
Kate Henshaw questions Nigeria’s electricity crisis
Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed frustration over Nigeria’s persistent electricity crisis, wondering why the country is still struggling with unreliable power supply in 2026.
The actress lamented that electricity sometimes lasts for just five minutes, leaving households with little choice but to find alternative sources of energy to meet their daily needs.
In a statement shared on social media, Henshaw described how homes are increasingly being forced to operate like factories because residents must generate their own electricity.
She mentioned generators and solar energy as some of the alternatives Nigerians now depend on to carry out basic activities.
The actress also questioned how the country has continued to battle inadequate electricity supply despite the many years that have passed.
“There’s no light. Sometimes, electricity only lasts for five minutes.”
Actress says Nigerians are forced to generate their own power
Henshaw’s comments have drawn attention to the burden unreliable electricity places on ordinary Nigerians.
Beyond the inconvenience of power outages, residents face additional expenses as they struggle to keep their homes and businesses running.
Those who depend on petrol generators must constantly spend money on fuel, while solar energy remains beyond the reach of some households.
The situation has also raised concerns about the noise and environmental pollution associated with the widespread use of generators.
Nigerians share their experiences, lament poor electricity supply
Following the actress’s remarks, several Nigerians took to social media to share their experiences and express frustration over the situation.
Some commenters linked the electricity crisis to the country’s political leadership, while others described how the lack of power has affected their comfort and daily activities.
Nancyitive1 wrote:
“I just wrote to Eko Electricity distribution, the sun and the heat is too much 😫 and i can’t sleep at night due to the heat, also I can’t afford solar 😣 😣
God when will this suffering end in nigeria 🇳🇬 😢”
Ragnarok Lannister wrote:
“Wetin Dey burst my head be say, I didn’t know the light situation could get this worse.”
ARINZECHUKWU wrote:
“For the past 1 month now i never see light, if i buy fuel my power bank no dey full 7k fuel go just finish, if i complain Nigerians go say my charger no fast 😭😭”
Saint Vincent wrote:
“Honestly this light issue is becoming something else and they need to address it. Life is hard already, and they are making it harder for us.”
Fakesaleem wrote:
“What does Chad have that Nigeria doesn’t have it but Chad have adequate electricity our leaders keep failing us”
Ike Nna wrote:
“Like eeeeeeh! Noise pollution everywhere, some generator sounds like kwikwikwi. Some will repaint the whole house with smoke. Light ooh! We need light ooh. El Nino is out there, yet no light. Thelevel of wickedness in this administration, I never see.”
Meanwhile, in another news, a Nigerian singer, Patoranking has sparked reactions after comparing the conduct of elections in the United States with Nigeria.
The singer questioned why election violence and ballot box snatching have become familiar features of Nigeria’s electoral process.
His post on X has triggered discussions about electoral violence, political accountability and the country’s preparations for the 2027 general elections.
Nigerian music star Patoranking has stirred reactions online after using an election in the United States to criticise Nigeria’s electoral culture. The singer expressed sadness over the violence and irregularities often associated with elections in Nigeria, saying such incidents have become too normalised. Continue reading here.
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