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News and analysis from the Nigerian power sector.
Nigeria’s electricity distribution companies (DisCos) failed to collect N45.26 billion from customers out of the N250.79 billion they billed for electricity in July 2026.
The Minister of Power, Mr. Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that the power sector generated an additional N700 billion in revenue in 2024.
The Federal Government's policies are designed to strengthen investor confidence and enhance liquidity across Nigeria’s power sector.
The race to acquire West Power and Gas's (WPG) stake in Eko Distribution Company (Eko DisCo) is approaching its conclusion, as sources reveal that three key bidders remain in contention.
Mr. Olabode Sowunmi, CEO of Cabtree Limited and Chairman of the Hydrogen and New Energy Committee of the Nigerian Gas Association, has issued an appeal to Nigerians to recognise energy theft as not only anti-social but also a criminal offence.
There are critical success factors to implement an efficient transmission of power in Nigeria, which includes decentralizing the power sector and improving the grid system.
Nigeria needs to take actions to maximize gains from the gas sector, such as aligning the energy mix with the country’s competitive advantage, withdrawing subsidies, and improving on other structural changes.
The Federal Government has made a firm commitment to bridging the metering gaps and solving the financial liquidity challenges in Nigeria’s power sector.
Incoming president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu needs to address the operational challenges in the power sector by focusing on the privatization issues.
Data from the Nigeria Electricity System Operator has shown that Nigeria’s electricity supply has been on the rise during the 2023 election season
According to the proposed appropriation bill, the power sector’s personnel cost is placed at N5,320,156,125
The power sector has continually suffered a cash crunch, forcing the government to inject funds to avert a total collapse.