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Nigerian loses Upwork job over power, installs solar

A Nigerian remote worker lost a lucrative Upwork job paying $10/hour after a week-long power outage. She has now installed a solar power system to secure future opportunities. Read her story and reactions.

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.

Bayelsa Governor Urges Patience on Power Project

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 Takes Control of Geregu Power in $750m Deal

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.

Nigeria's Power Grid Collapses, Supply Drops to 50MW

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.

FG, RSE Energy Partner on Embedded Power for Industries

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.

Laseinde Spotlights Africa's Unsung Tech Heroes

Abiola Laseinde reveals why she founded The CIO & C-Suite Awards Africa to celebrate tech leaders who kept the world running during COVID-19. Discover her mission for recognition and female inclusion.

BXcraft Forum Sparks Tech Skills in Nigerian Youth

Shedrach Jonah's session at the BXcraft Tech Forum demystified mobile development, offering a practical roadmap for young Nigerians. The event, supported by the Federal Ministry, aims to strengthen the nation's digital future.

Adeleke Announces Osun Tech Festival for February 2026

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke announces the 2026 Osun Tech Festival, a 20-hectare Digital City, and a new electricity law to empower local innovators and attract global partners. Discover the state's tech roadmap.

Zenith Bank Awards N140m to African Tech Innovators

Zenith Bank empowers African innovators with N140 million funding at 2025 Tech Fair. Ten startups including Trust Loop and Cubbes Technologies receive grants and mentorship to scale their solutions.

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.

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.

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.

Oborevwori blames BEDC for Delta power outage

Delta State Governor accuses BEDC of deliberately plunging communities into darkness despite adequate power supply from Transcorp Power. Read the full story and its impact.

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