Nigeria experienced its first nationwide blackout of 2026 as the national power grid collapsed, dropping electricity generation to zero megawatts and affecting all 11 distribution companies across the country.
Federal Government bans payment for meter installation, declaring it illegal. 500,000 smart meters arrive to close Nigeria's meter gap at no cost to consumers.
Private depot owners in Nigeria have increased petrol and diesel prices, with petrol reaching N800 per litre in Lagos, Warri, and Port Harcourt due to import licence delays and reduced product inflows.
Japan has suspended the restart of the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear plant after an alarm triggered during startup, with no timeline for resolution. The plant had been offline since the 2011 Fukushima disaster.
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Nigeria has been ranked among the top 10 countries with the cheapest petrol prices globally in 2025, thanks to Dangote Refinery's price reductions and increased local refining capacity.
A Nigerian woman shares her frustration as her free government-installed prepaid meter consumes N30,000 worth of electricity units in just 11 days, sparking online reactions.
Nigeria's downstream oil sector is undergoing a major transformation as Dangote Refinery and modular plants increase production, aiming to significantly reduce petrol imports by 2026 while fuel marketers face declining margins.
Kano residents face prolonged blackout as electricity workers strike indefinitely over unpaid pensions and selective promotions. KEDCO denies allegations, claiming 80% pension payments made.
NAFDAC has begun enforcing a ban on alcohol in sachets and small PET bottles to protect minors from health risks, following Senate authorization.
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Nigeria's LPG market shows 87% domestic supply in 2025, yet households face rising prices due to high transport costs and distribution challenges despite declining imports.
Domestic refiners in Nigeria say they have enough capacity to reduce petrol imports in 2026 if crude supply challenges are addressed. CORAN calls for targeted funding and better data collection.
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company faces challenges in aligning petrol prices with partners as Dangote Refinery offers competitive rates, impacting Nigeria's energy sector and economy.
Dangote Group's $350 million expansion of its Lekki refinery to 1.4 million barrels daily aims to end Nigeria's fuel imports and position it as a net exporter in West Africa.
IBEDC announces power outage across multiple Ibadan areas due to a major transformer fault. Businesses, media stations, and residential communities affected. Technical team working on restoration.
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NNPC will not adjust petrol prices this week, with Lagos cheapest at N785 and Gombe most expensive at N965. Depots cut prices to compete with Dangote Refinery. Full state-by-state breakdown inside.
LPG prices see a significant drop in Abuja, Lagos, and other cities. Dealers cite improved supply and FX stability. Find out the new rates and what it means for households.
New data reveals Waltersmith, Edo, and ARADEL refineries contributed modestly to diesel supply in December 2025, as Dangote Refinery ramps up petrol production. Read the full analysis.
Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC) has restructured into a Holding Company, creating Niger and Kogi DisCos to comply with the 2023 Electricity Act. Read about the new leadership and strategic goals.
PETROAN warns prolonged shutdown of Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna refineries threatens fuel price stability. Marketers urge FG to restore operations by early 2026 to avert economic and political fallout.
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Julius Rone of UTM Offshore clinches New Telegraph & The Sun awards for pioneering Nigeria's first FLNG project, boosting gas exports and energy security. Discover his impact.
Nigerians see relief as depot owners slash petrol prices to ₦702 per litre. Increased competition and supply drive the drop, with more reductions expected. Read the full analysis.
N-HYPPADEC seeks stronger partnership with Taraba State to tackle environmental and socio-economic challenges in power-producing communities. Governor Kefas pledges full support.
Schneider Electric's Elijah Daniel urges investment in IoT, analytics & SaaS to tackle Nigeria's strained grid. He says tech must align with policy for real progress. Read the full analysis.
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.
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NMDPRA data reveals Nigeria imported over 1.3 billion litres of petrol in December 2025, even as Dangote Refinery supplied 992 million litres. Discover the details of the festive season supply surge and the ongoing price war.
Nigeria's daily petrol supply surged to 74.2 million litres in December 2025, driven by increased output from the Dangote Refinery. National stock sufficiency now exceeds 29 days. Read the full analysis.
Dangote Refinery clarifies it sells petrol uniformly to all marketers at ₦699. The ₦739 price at MRS stations is due to market competition, not preferential treatment. Read the full details.
Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has announced a major leadership change following a board takeover. Engr. Dr Olubunmi Peters is the new Chairman, while Wola Joseph-Condotti takes over as interim CEO. Read the full details.
Enugu Electricity Distribution Company launches a debt relief scheme, offering up to 25% discount on arrears incurred before Dec 2022. Learn how to qualify and settle your bills.
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Residents of Ikpai Ohom and Big Qua Town in Calabar face severe hardship after six months without power due to a failed transformer. They call on Governor Bassey Otu for urgent help.
