Power generation shrinks by 62% in December 2025
Nigeria's power plants operated at just 38% capacity in December 2025, highlighting deep structural issues. Read the full NERC report analysis and what it means for the service-based tariff.
Nigeria's power plants operated at just 38% capacity in December 2025, highlighting deep structural issues. Read the full NERC report analysis and what it means for the service-based tariff.
Time for Africa Foundation wins Global South Sustainability Award, pledges to expand AI, blockchain, and climate programs across Africa. Read about their impactful initiatives.
Wale Tinubu commends Femi Otedola and Tony Elumelu for major transactions reshaping Nigeria's energy sector. Otedola's Geregu Power exit and Heirs Energies' Seplat stake acquisition signal strong investor confidence. Read more.
New 2026 data reveals Africa's most dangerous countries. South Africa leads with a 74.5 crime index, while Nigeria faces high risks from kidnappings and cybercrime. See the full list.
IBEDC announces planned 3-hour daily outages for 22 Ibadan communities from Jan 5-9, 2026, due to road construction. See the full list of affected areas and details.
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike pledges unwavering support for President Tinubu ahead of 2027 polls, amidst a clash with APC's Basiru over Rivers State influence. Get the full details.
Africa's shift to LPG addresses energy security and trade dynamics. With $10bn US investment and key players like BGN Group, the continent's energy landscape is realigning towards the West.
Governor Douye Diri pledges independent power plants to end Bayelsa's 29-year blackout. Get details on the new city and stadium projects announced.
Kola Adesina forecasts major growth for Nigeria's power sector in 2026, driven by government reforms, tech innovation, and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Read the full analysis.
SERAP calls on President Tinubu to investigate N128bn missing from the Power Ministry and NBET. The 2025 Auditor-General's report details alleged diversion. Read the full story.
Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri pledges independent power plants by end-January 2026, ending 29 years of blackouts. He made the vow at the Mgbidi 2026 crusade.
SDP leader Adewole Adebayo criticizes President Tinubu's 2025, citing constitutional violations, economic struggles, and a slide towards a one-party elite. Read his full analysis.
Governor Douye Diri asks Bayelsa residents for understanding as the 60MW independent power project faces delays but is over 90% complete. Target inauguration set for February anniversary.
MA'AM Energy Limited becomes the new controlling shareholder of Geregu Power Plc in a landmark $750 million transaction, leading to a complete board overhaul. Discover the details and implications for Nigeria's power sector.
Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission outlines the official complaint process for power supply issues. Learn how to escalate from DisCo CCU to NERC Forum for resolution.
Nigeria's national grid collapsed on Monday, December 29, 2025, causing widespread blackouts. Power generation crashed from over 2,000MW to just 140MW. Read the full details and impact.
Nigeria's national power grid collapsed on Monday, December 29, 2025, causing a nationwide blackout after generation crashed from 4,800MW to 139MW. Get the full report.
Nigeria's national electricity grid collapsed on Monday, December 29, 2025, causing a nationwide blackout. Only two distribution companies received power. Read for details and restoration updates.
The Federal Government partners with RSE Energy to deploy off-grid power for industrial clusters, starting with Idu. This aims to cut costs, boost productivity, and enhance Nigeria's industrial competitiveness. Read more.
Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu announces gas pipeline repairs will restore electricity nationwide within 48 hours. Read the full details on the grid collapse and regional impacts.
Security expert Kabiru Adamu clarifies that only a competent court can legally designate a group as terrorist in Nigeria, not the President or his cabinet. Learn the legal facts.
Russia pledges expanded cooperation with Africa at Cairo ministerial conference. Trade exceeds $27bn, with focus on industrial growth, security, and education. Details inside.
President Bola Tinubu has reconstituted the NERC board with Dr. Mulisiu Oseni as Chairman. The new team is tasked with implementing the Electricity Act 2023 to transform Nigeria's power sector. Read the full details here.
The UAE announces a massive $6 billion investment plan for African tourism development, targeting aviation, infrastructure, and digital projects. Learn how this partnership aims to create thousands of jobs.
Jubaili Bros, a key player in Nigeria's power sector, is driving the transition to sustainable energy with solar-hybrid systems and strategic partnerships. Discover how they are redefining reliable power.
President Tinubu approves N185bn payment to gas producers to restore supply, boost electricity generation, and rebuild investor confidence in Nigeria's power sector.
South Africa announces it will not participate in the 2026 G20 meetings after the US barred its inclusion. Get the full details on this diplomatic standoff and its implications for multilateralism.
A planned week-long power outage in Adamawa and Taraba states disrupts daily life and businesses. Residents face darkness as YEDC conducts critical maintenance. Read more.
Africa's inaugural G20 Summit in South Africa sees UAE commit $1bn to AI development. Discover how Gulf investment is transforming the continent's tech future. Read more.
A fierce political battle is raging in Abia State as Governor Alex Otti, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, and Minister Dave Umahi compete for President Tinubu's support. This rivalry threatens governance and early 2027 electioneering.