The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved electricity generation and distribution permits for six firms…
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NERC Reports Decline in Fatalities, Vandalism and Wire Snaps Remain Top Dangers
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) recorded 112 electricity-related deaths in 2024, a 2.6% decrease from…
NERC Sets July 2025 Deadline for State Power Regulation
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has set a firm deadline for state electricity regulation. By…
Energy Expert Calls for Transparent Electricity Accounting in Nigeria
A leading energy expert and policy analyst, Mr Abdulrazaq Hamzat, has called for a more transparent…
Nigeria’s Electricity Crisis Deepens as Tariff Hike Sparks Backlash
Nigeria’s electricity sector is again at the centre of national debate as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory…
NLC Vows Nationwide Protest Over Proposed Electricity Tariff Hike
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has vowed to stage a nationwide protest if the Federal Government…
Nigeria’s Power Generation Goes Up By Three Per cent
According to data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Nigeria increased its average hourly power…
Federal Government Commits N2.4 Trillion to Power Subsidies
The federal government (FG) will allocate N2.4 trillion to subsidise electricity in 2025, covering about 30%…
DISCOs Revenue Drops 5.4% in October 2024 as NERC Tightens Performance Rules
The total amount billed to electricity customers by Nigeria’s Distribution Companies (DISCOs) fell by 5.4% in…
NERC Completes Transfer of Electricity Regulatory Oversight to Four States
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has successfully transferred regulatory oversight to four states, marking a…