Anambra Issues FirstPower 1-Year Electricity License
Anambra State grants FirstPower Electricity Company a one-year interim distribution license under new state regulatory framework. Historic move aims to boost power supply across the state.
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Ekiti Govt Approves N8.78bn for Infrastructure
Ekiti State Government has approved N7.72bn for road networks around the new Ado-Ekiti flyover and N1.06bn for electricity extension to underserved communities to boost the economy.
Cross River, REA Partner to End Rural Power Blackouts
Cross River State and REA launch aggressive clean energy expansion to tackle electricity crisis affecting 15 local councils. Governor Otu reveals only 3 areas have consistent power.
South Africans trapped in Ukraine drone factory scheme
Seventeen South African men recruited through social media influencers are trapped in Ukraine manufacturing drones. Investigation reveals global trafficking network exploiting African youth.
Cross River & REA Tackle Rural Power Crisis
Cross River State and REA launch clean energy partnership to end electricity blackouts affecting 15 LGAs. Initiative aims to transform rural economies and reduce generator dependency.
African Unions Propose Humanitarian Fund for Workers
African trade unions vow to move beyond lamentation, launching a coordinated peace effort and a humanitarian fund to support workers in conflict zones across the continent.
Labour Party Vows to Unseat APC in 2027 Elections
Labour Party declares unity, urges Nigerian workers to join opposition movement against APC government ahead of 2027 elections. Party announces key appointments in Southwest.
IBEDC prosecutes energy theft suspects across franchise
IBEDC escalates fight against energy theft with multiple arrests and prosecutions. Woman charged for assaulting staff, vandalizing vehicle. Several businesses face legal action.
NSITF to criminalise non-compliance with compensation
NSITF plans to make it a crime for employers not to enroll workers under compensation scheme. Managing Director Faleye seeks stronger legal backing and increased penalties.
Taraba audit exposes 7000 ghost workers
Taraba State payroll audit reveals over 7000 ghost workers removed from civil service. Governor Kefas praises transparent verification committee report. Read full details.
Ogun documents foreign workers, monitors scavengers
Ogun State governor orders registration of foreign workers after security breaches. 70 foreigners arrested from Chad, Sudan. New measures target scavengers and illegal mining sites.
Ogun to Document Foreign Workers Amid Security Concerns
Ogun State implements new security measures including foreign worker documentation and scavenger monitoring to combat rising crime. Governor Abiodun announces proactive steps.
Taraba payroll audit dispute: Committee vs Accountant General
Taraba State faces payroll crisis as verification committee and Accountant General clash over audit findings revealing 7,000 ghost workers and millions in overpayments. Read the full investigation.
EEDC Denies Imo Power Outage Sabotage Allegations
EEDC refutes Imo State's claim of a planned massive power outage, calling it propaganda. The company urges the government to enable, not frustrate, its operations. Read the full details.
Ghanaian shocked by Nigeria's power outages
A Ghana-based fashion designer reveals shocking electricity problems in Nigeria during her visit. Lights go off 5 times daily, neighborhoods noisy from generators. Read her full experience.
Imo Blackout: Group Demands Probe Into Power Firm
South East Political Watchdog calls for investigation into electricity company over prolonged blackouts in Imo State. Armed invasion of TCN station raises security concerns.
Manufacturers Spend N676.6bn on Power Generators
Nigerian manufacturers spent N676.6 billion on alternative energy in H1 2025 as poor power supply cripples operations. MAN warns of job losses and demands government intervention.
Nigeria's Power Grid Operates at 40% Capacity
Nigeria's electricity crisis deepens as power plants generate only 5,000MW despite 13,000MW capacity. Transmission failures and DisCo inefficiencies blamed for the massive gap.
Stakeholders Seek Urgent Fix for Nigeria's Power Grid
Industry leaders warn Nigeria's power infrastructure needs immediate upgrade as states decentralize electricity market. Regulatory harmony and investment crucial for energy stability.
Reps Launch Probe Into Power Sector Failures
The House of Representatives vows to fix Nigeria's electricity crisis, launching a major investigation into 17 years of sector failures and proposing a new bill to combat energy theft.
Four jailed for vandalising EEDC facilities in Ebonyi
Four men have been sentenced to four years in prison for vandalising EEDC electricity equipment in Ebonyi State. The convictions highlight the ongoing battle against infrastructure vandalism.
Nigeria to earn $1bn from electricity exports
Nigeria plans to generate N1.49 trillion annually by exporting 600MW of electricity to 15 West African countries following successful grid synchronization tests. Full details on this energy breakthrough.
Tod's Executives Face Labour Exploitation Investigation
Italian prosecutors investigate Tod's executives for alleged labour exploitation of Chinese subcontractors. Read about the shocking working conditions and legal actions.
NASS Intensifies Bill to Combat Energy Theft in Nigeria
The National Assembly is strengthening a bill with stricter penalties to tackle energy theft and help DisCos recover huge government debts, boosting Nigeria's power sector. Read more.
Reps Probe 17 Years of Power Sector Investments
Nigerian House of Representatives launches a full-scale investigation into all power sector investments and reforms from 2007 to 2024, vowing to correct 17 years of failure.
Kefas orders immediate payment to cleared Taraba workers
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has directed immediate payment of salaries and entitlements to 1,410 civil servants cleared by verification committee. Read about the state's workforce reform.
Workers Reject FG's Health Insurance Salary Cuts
Federal workers protest unexplained NHIS deductions from October 2025 salaries. NLC demands refund, calls government action 'wage theft'. Read full details.
Health Workers Strike: No End Until CONHESS Review
Nigerian health workers vow to continue indefinite strike until Federal Government reviews CONHESS salary structure. Unions demand equal treatment with doctors.
Man Gets 16.9kwh for ₦2000 Under Band A Tariff
A Nigerian man's electricity receipt showing he received 16.90kwh for ₦2000 under Band A tariff goes viral, sparking reactions about possible price reductions or system glitches.
Top DisCos Collect ₦565bn in Electricity Bills
NERC report reveals Eko, Ikeja, and Abuja DisCos recorded highest bill collection rates in Q2 2025. Customers paid ₦565 billion amid metering challenges.
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