In line with its commitment to safeguarding Nigeria’s commonwealth and enforcing accountability in the oil and gas sector, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), on Tuesday, received the Engineering Audit of Upstream Measurement Equipment and Facilities in the Nigerian Oil and Gas Industry end–of–project report from PE Energy. Approved by the Federal Executive Council in 2024, this report is a …

In a pivotal meeting held in Abuja on Tuesday, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and NNPC Energy Services (ENSERV) agreed to enhance their collaboration in the oil and gas sector. During a visit to the commission, both parties expressed their commitment to cultivating a productive and results-oriented partnership that will support Nigeria’s energy objectives. According to a statement …

The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Kaduna is celebrating a historic milestone with the triumphant commissioning of a state-of-the-art 2.5 Megawatts Hybrid Solar Power Plant and the Phase One 600-kilowatts photovoltaic solar power project, a transformative gift from the Federal Government. In statement on Saturday, the Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations to the Minister of Power, Mr. Bolaji …

Federal Government Announces Major Overhaul of Electricity Distribution Companies, Begins Pilot Scheme with Two DisCos The Federal Government has begun moves to initiate sweeping reforms to revitalise the electricity distribution sector, starting with a pilot overhaul of two underperforming Distribution Companies (DisCos). In a statement on Monday, the Minister of Power ‘s Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, …

As part of the efforts towards expanding the scope of electricity supply to Nigerians, the Federal Ministry of Power has begun moves to collaborate with the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) to increase power generation and make supply more stable, effective, and reliable. Receiving the Acting Chairman of the commission, Engr. Anthony Ekedewa, in his office in Abuja, the Minister …

The Kano state government says it will attract over 10 billion dollars investment in renewable energy and solid minerals development from its partnership with prestigious Moroccan companies in the next five years. The state government also said the stage was set for the signing of a series of investment Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Morocco. This is …

StarTimes is set to commence solar power generation in Nigeria, Nasarawa State Governor Abdullahi Sule has disclosed. To this end, the company has unveiled plans to establish a mini-grids model in Nasarawa with the support of the World Bank. Speaking in Lafia, Governor Sule said the company was taking advantage of the challenges affecting television broadcasting in the country by …

Over N200 billion has been spent on the importation of Photovoltaic solar panels into the country. The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Abba Aliyu, stated this on Monday at a Roundtable held in Victoria Island between the REA and the Lagos State Government. The REA and Lagos State Government were in Lagos to sign a …

Egbin Power Plc, Nigeria’s largest power generation company, has once again affirmed its leadership in sustainability, clinching the Sustainable Development Company of the Year title at the industry-focused ‘Energy Times Awards 2024’. The company was recognised for incorporating sustainability into its core operations, successfully integrating economic growth, social impact, and environmental stewardship. The award organisers referred to Egbin Power’s approach …

Adebayo Adelabu, the minister of power, has condemned an attack by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) on the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) in its headquarters on Thursday. In a statement on Friday by Bolaji Tunji, the special adviser, strategic communications to the minister, Adelabu said the attack left several injured and facilities and equipment vandalised. On Thursday, air force …