**World Cup Fever in the Dark: Fans Poke Fun at Nigeria's Power Woes** As the 2026 FIFA World Cup draws closer, Nigerian football fans are bracing themselves for a possible Super Eagles' participation in the tournament. However, their excitement is being dampened by the country's persistent electricity crisis. Social media platforms are filled with jokes and memes about the national grid collapse, with many fans poking fun at the situation. The recent collapse of the national grid, which occurred at least four times this year, has left many Nigerians without power. The Nigerian Independent System Operator (DISCOs) have struggled to meet the country's electricity demand, with the current generation capacity of around 3,940 megawatts far below the 4,000 megawatt threshold. The situation has become a running joke on social media, with fans joking that even if the Super Eagles make it to the World Cup, many Nigerians will have no power to watch the matches. The uncertainty surrounding the Super Eagles' participation in the World Cup is adding to the fans' frustration. Nigeria's hopes of reaching the tournament in Canada, Mexico, and the United States remain in limbo after the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) filed a protest alleging that DR Congo fielded ineligible players during the CAF play-off final. FIFA has confirmed it is reviewing the matter, but no timeline has been provided for a ruling. The power situation in the country is a serious issue that affects many Nigerians, particularly during periods of high electricity demand like the World Cup. The lack of power has become a recurring theme in Nigeria's history, with many fans using humor to cope with the situation. As one fan jokingly put it, "If the Super Eagles make it to the World Cup, we'll be watching the matches by candlelight...or not at all!" The joke may seem funny, but it highlights the serious issue of power shortage in the country. Only time will tell if Nigeria will have enough power to watch the World Cup matches, but for now, fans are using humor to cope with the situation.