Category : Energy Power


Oando Starts Gas Supply to Bayelsa 60MW Power Plant

Oando Plc and NNPC Exploration and Production Limited have begun supplying gas to a 60-megawatt independent power plant in Yenagoa, Bayelsa, aimed at boosting electricity reliability and economic growth in the region.

Odu'a and Elektron Partner on 50MW Gas Plant in Lagos

Odu'a Investment Company and Elektron Energy are collaborating to develop a 50-megawatt gas-fired power plant in Ogba, Lagos, aimed at boosting electricity supply for industrial users and reducing grid dependency.

Shell Opens 2026 Graduate Programme Applications in Nigeria

Energy giant Shell has announced its 2026 Graduate Programme in Nigeria, inviting post-NYSC graduates in Engineering and other fields to apply for a three-year structured training aimed at developing future leaders in the energy sector.

Lightning Destroys 4kVA Solar Inverter, Man Issues Warning

A Nigerian man shares a viral video showing lightning damage to his 4kVA solar inverter during heavy rain, warning others to switch off inverters in storms. Social media users debate protective measures and share mixed reactions.

Man's Solar System Fails at Night, Begs for Help

A young Nigerian man using a solar inverter with tubular batteries shares his heartbreaking experience of system failure when the sun goes down, sparking reactions and advice from online community.

NERC Mini-Grid Reforms Boost Renewable Energy Projects

NERC's new mini-grid regulations, praised by REA's Abba Aliyu, aim to accelerate large-scale renewable energy projects by addressing regulatory bottlenecks and fostering innovation in Nigeria's off-grid power sector.

Africa Seeks $120B for Six Dangote-Scale Refineries

African energy stakeholders aim to raise $120 billion to build six refineries comparable to Dangote's, addressing supply disruptions and reducing import dependence, while global coal demand surges due to LNG constraints.

FG Gives NEMSA Two Years to Exit Government Payroll

The Federal Government has directed the Nigerian Electricity Management Service Agency to become financially independent within two years, requiring it to generate its own revenue for operations and salaries.

DisCos Bill N795B Despite Poor Electricity Supply

Electricity distribution companies billed Nigerians N795.06 billion in Q4 2025 but collected only N630.93 billion, with collection efficiency dropping to 79.36%. Only Eko DisCo met its performance target while Kaduna DisCo recorded the worst performance.

West African Nations Owe Nigeria ₦12 Billion in Power Debt

Nigeria faces a $9.55 million revenue gap as Benin, Togo, and Niger fail to fully pay for electricity exports in Q4 2025. NERC data shows only 53% remittance from international customers, worsening the country's power sector challenges.

Nigeria Drives Integrated African Gas Market for Energy Growth

Nigeria leads efforts to create an integrated African gas market, hosting a ministerial roundtable with West African nations and the World Bank to enhance cross-border infrastructure and coordination, aiming to leverage vast gas reserves for regional ener

Shiroro Dam: From Power Reserve to Overused Asset

An analysis of how Nigeria's Shiroro Hydroelectric Power Station, designed as a seasonal reserve, has been misused due to systemic failures in the power sector, worsening annual electricity crises.

ARDA: Africa's Energy Security Key to Industrialization

The African Refiners & Distributors Association (ARDA) warns that Africa's industrialization ambitions hinge on resilient energy supply chains, calling for urgent investments in refining, storage, and distribution infrastructure to address vulnerabilities

NERC Unveils Mini-Grid Regulation 2026 for Power Access

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued the Mini-Grid Regulations 2026 to accelerate electrification in underserved areas, enhance investor confidence, and regulate decentralized power systems up to 10MW.

Petrol Imports Jump 96.7% Despite Dangote Refinery Output

Official data reveals Nigeria's petrol imports skyrocketed by 96.7% from February to March 2026, even as domestic production increased. Stock sufficiency dropped significantly while consumption declined due to rising fuel prices.

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