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Nigerian Community Throws Party To Celebrate New Transformer After Months Of Blackout (Video)
By Gideon Ayeni
A wave of celebration swept through a Nigerian community after months of darkness, as residents erupted in joy following the installation of a new electricity transformer.
A video shared on X (formerly Twitter) captured the euphoric moment as netizens shared in the community’s relief.
The footage opens with a woman dressed in a striking blue-and-gold patterned outfit, beaming with excitement as she spoke energetically to the camera. Behind her, signs of a typical urban setting come into view—brick walls, iron fences, and power lines stretching into the sky under a bright, partly cloudy afternoon.
Moments later, the arrival of a large truck carrying the transformer marks the high point of the celebration as residents, young and old, trail the vehicle in a procession filled with cheer. The whole community breaks into a jubilant dance, symbolizing the their shared victory over months of hardship.
The party-like atmosphere filled with singing, dancing, and heartfelt expressions shows the impact of electricity access in daily life, especially in areas long neglected by power infrastructure. The transformer’s arrival, though routine in other parts of the country, represented a monumental shift for this community.
Watch the video below;
Many online users commended the residents for finding joy in the small wins, while also underline the broader issues with Nigeria’s erratic power supply.
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