Category : Energy Power


FG Launches N5bn Solar Hybrid System at BUK

The Federal Government has begun installing a 1-megawatt solar hybrid power system at Bayero University Kano to address electricity challenges. This follows a previous N5 billion solar project that was damaged by water.

Kola Adesina Joins Mission 300 Private Sector Council

Dr. Kola Adesina, Group Managing Director of Sahara Power Group, has been appointed to the Mission 300 Private Sector Council, a high-level initiative by the World Bank, AfDB, and Rockefeller Foundation aiming to provide electricity access to 300 million

Man's Solar System Fails at 1 AM, Seeks Help

A Nigerian man installed a 1500VA solar system with 4 panels and a tubular battery in December 2024. He complains it shuts down at 1 AM when voltage drops to 12.4V, sparking online advice on battery and controller issues.

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.

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