When I was younger, we used to read by candlelight a lot.
Sometimes it was a kerosene lantern. Other times, a rechargeable lamp — if it had enough juice left. But candles? That was the default. Exams were close, the power was out again, and you just had to manage.
We’d huddle close to that tiny flicker of light, squinting over our notes, trying to ignore the shadows dancing on the walls or the wax dripping slowly beside our books.
At the time, it felt normal. It was just part of the “Nigerian experience.”
But now? I realize we were paying a price — one we didn’t fully understand.
The Eye-Strain We Don’t Talk About
Let’s break it down: our eyes are not built to read in dim, uneven light. When you use a candle, the illumination is weak and flickers constantly. Your eyes are forced to work overtime, straining to adjust every few seconds. Over time, this causes eye fatigue, headaches, and blurry vision.
Now imagine doing that every day for months — or years.
No, candlelight might not make you go blind overnight (contrary to what your mum may have said), but it definitely puts stress on your eyes. Especially for kids still developing their vision, or adults juggling work, studies, and side hustles.
The damage may be slow, but it’s real.
It’s Not Just About Eyes — It’s About Opportunity
Poor lighting doesn’t just hurt your vision. It limits how much you can do.
Think of the student in Jos trying to prepare for WAEC. Or the tailor in Warri trying to finish a customer’s dress by 10pm. Or the mom in Kaduna trying to help her child with homework.
No stable power means they either strain their eyes in poor lighting or give up entirely. That’s not just frustrating — it’s unfair.
We talk about “light” in terms of bulbs and wires, but really, it’s about opportunity. When there’s no electricity, you lose time, energy, money… and sometimes, your dreams take the hit too.
Why Stable Electricity Matters More Than Ever
We’re living in a digital age where your phone is your bank, your work tool, your library, your lifeline. But all of that depends on power. Not just any power — stable, reliable power.
And that’s why conversations about electricity aren’t just for politicians or engineers. It’s for all of us.
Stable electricity means your child can study without harming their eyes.
It means your food won’t spoil overnight.
It means your business can run smoothly, your devices stay charged, and your life — your beautiful, hardworking Nigerian life — can run without interruption.
At iRecharge, we get it.
We know what it feels like to have NEPA take light just as you submit an assignment. Or to calculate if your fuel will last through the night. Or open your freezer and find water where your stew used to be.
That’s why we’re making Electricity purchase convenient and accessible— whether it’s an electricity token purchase for a prepaid meter or a Postpaid electricity payment.. Our platform helps you top up power quickly, easily, and without drama.
Because we believe power isn’t a luxury.
It’s a basic right.
And every Nigerian deserves to live, work, and grow without squinting into the shadows.
So, the next time you strike a match to light that candle, ask yourself: What if I didn’t have to?
What if there were a better, brighter, more sustainable way?
Because there is.
And iRecharge is right here to help you find it.