Electricity
23 May 2024
Electricity consumers in the Southeast region, under the aegis of the South East Electricity Consumers Association (SEECA), have threatened to embark on a one-month warning strike if electricity distribution companies fail to provide prepaid meters to all their customers in the zone. They have, therefore, set June 15, 2024, for the commencement of the strike…
22 May 2024
Despite measures taken by the Nigerian government aimed at mitigating the huge electricity crisis, there are a few challenges that have persisted and continue to prevent the country from achieving reliable and accessible electricity for all.
9 May 2024
Federal Government, through the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), yesterday, unveiled the National Energy Policy (NEP) and National Energy Master Plan (NEMP) that would guide the nation’s energy transition.
8 May 2024
The Ikeja Electric Distribution Company (IE) has announced a significant reduction in electricity tariffs for customers under the Band A category. The DisCo, in a circular on Monday, said customers in this category will now pay N206.80/kWh, down from the previous rate of N225/kWh as stipulated by the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) from May…
7 May 2024
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has ordered the grid operator to cut back supplies to customers overseas to boost domestic supply.
1 May 2024
Stakeholders have expressed concerns over Nigeria’s inability to supply reliable and adequate electricity to major cities.
19 Apr 2024
The World Bank Group and the African Development Bank Group are partnering on an ambitious effort to provide at least 300 million people in Africa with electricity access by 2030.
14 Apr 2024
Notwithstanding many obstacles, renewable energy resources are expected to generate 42 per cent of all electricity globally by 2028. Latest report by DNV, an independent assurance and risk management provider, revealed that solar PV will also top nuclear electricity generation by 2026.
12 Apr 2024
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has apologised to Nigerians for saying they keep their freezers on for days due to low electricity tariffs. On April 4, 2024, Adelabu told journalists in Abuja that Nigerians lack the culture of electricity consumption management due to “cheap” electricity supply. He made the statement after the government announced an…
1 Apr 2024
Mohammed Akar is the general manager of The Wood Factory, a leading manufacturer of high-end furniture, doors, and home and office interiors, based in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.
28 Mar 2024
Nigeria has been left in darkness as the national electricity grid controlled from Osogbo, Osun State collapsed at about 4:30pm on Thursday. Most distribution companies across the country disclosed that their feeders were out leaving their franchises area across the 36 states in darkness. While the grid output was 2984 megawatts as at 4pm, the…
28 Feb 2024
Amid harsh climatic condition and economic downturn, the public power supply has further worsened nationwide, with households and businesses squeezing to run on generator sets. TOBI AWODIPE and WALIAT MUSA report that the government can do no wrong with special intervention in the area of power supply. Nigeria, once again, finds itself in the throes of a growing crisis as…
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The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, has ordered troops of the Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) to go all out and crush the hideouts of criminals and bandits in Kaduna and Plateau states. CDS Musa gave the order to the newly established two National Mission Brigades in Samaru Kataf, Kaduna State, and…
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President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, has clarified why the union has refrained from declaring a nationwide strike despite unresolved issues with the Federal Government. The Guardian reports that in 2024, various ASUU chapters—including ASUU in Bayelsa State-owned Niger Delta University, Lagos State University (LASU), Bauchi’s Sa’adu Zungur University…
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A non-governmental organisation, Women Advocacy, Research and Documentation Center (WARDC), has revealed that no fewer than 1,000 cases of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), ranging from physical to emotional abuse, were recorded in Niger State between 2023 and 2024. Niger State Coordinator of the organisation, Mrs. Hassana Joan Kpeto, made this disclosure at a press…
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The Governor of Enugu State, Peter Mbah, has hailed President Bola Tinubu's decision to remove fuel subsidy and his implementation of other economic policies. Mbah gave the commendation on Saturday when he welcomed Tinubu to Enugu to inaugurate a number of projects executed by his administration. According to Mbah, the infrastructural developments in Enugu under…
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Reputable Poll International (RPI), in collaboration with the Global Reputation Forum (GRF), has unveiled the prestigious list of the 100 Most Reputable Africans for 2025. The highly anticipated annual announcement celebrates African leaders, innovators, and changemakers who have made exceptional contributions across diverse sectors, including Business, Governance, Arts, Education, and humanitarian efforts. Nigerians who made…
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The Management of BUA Refinery and Petrochemicals has dismissed claims that its 200,000 barrels per day refinery is at 90 per cent completion. The management , however, stated that remarkable strides are being made in the Akwa Ibom refinery project, adding that construction is progressing steadily. "Whilst the refinery is not at 90 per cent…
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Umar Sadiq has said that he has a lot of hunger to succeed at Valencia who officially unveiled their new loan signing on Saturday afternoon. The Super Eagles striker said this after completing his move to Valencia, joining from Real Sociedad on a half-season loan deal. Valencia confirmed the loan signing of Sadiq on Saturday…
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The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has rescued a day-old baby abandoned along a bush path near Crush Rock, behind an uncompleted Red Bricks Market, Mpape, Abuja. According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), FCT Command, SP Josephine Adeh, on January 3, 2025, around 10:00 am, police operatives from Mpape Division’s Juvenile and…
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The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Lagos State Police Command to investigate allegations of extortion by officers who reportedly demanded and collected ₦150,000 from a student of Ekiti State University (EKSU) for having cryptocurrency apps on his phone. The directive follows the IGP's earlier order prohibiting arbitrary arrests, harassment of youths,…
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Renowned Nigerian gospel minister and pastor, Nathaniel Bassey, has been invited to minister at the U.S. Presidential Inaugural Prayer Breakfast on January 20, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The non-political and faith-based event will be hosted by Reverend Merrie Turner ahead of President-elect Donald Trump and Vice President-elect JD Vance's swearing-in ceremony. The prayer breakfast, to…