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State police push shifts to governors and state lawmakers

After the Senate and House passed the state police bill, Nigeria's 36 state assemblies must now decide whether the long-debated policing reform finally becomes law.

Nigeria signals fresh review of N70,000 minimum wage

Nigeria's government says it will reassess the N70,000 minimum wage soon, arguing that the figure no longer reflects the rising cost of living nationwide.

Nigeria Blew €2.3 Billion on Electricity. The Lights Are Still Out

Five years, €2.3 billion, and a bold promise of 25,000 megawatts. Nigeria's flagship electricity project has collapsed without coming close.

Nigeria Metering Rate Hits 57 Percent But Millions Still Waiting

Nigeria's electricity firms installed 677,942 meters in 2025, pushing the national metering rate to 57.27 percent, but roughly 5.2 million customers still have no meter.

Nigeria’s Power Debt Jumps To N6.5 Trillion As Unpaid Bills Threaten FG Bond Plan

Nigeria’s power sector debt climbs to N6.5 trillion as GenCos get partial payments, putting pressure on the government’s bond plan.

Gencos Push Back Against Nigeria’s Debt Proposal

Gencos reject a federal proposal to forfeit 50 percent of their N5 trillion debt, raising fresh concerns over Nigeria’s fragile power market.

GenCos Lose N2.3 Trillion to Stranded Power Capacity

Nigeria’s power producers have lost over N2.3 trillion to stranded capacity caused by persistent grid failures and weak market structures

Nigeria Issues ₦4 Trillion Bond to Clear Power Sector Debt

Nigeria rolls out a ₦4 trillion bond to settle GenCos’ arrears, restore electricity market stability, and revive investor confidence in the power sector

Transcorp Power Reports 38 Percent Revenue Jump

Transcorp Power posts 38 percent revenue growth and 17 percent profit rise, reflecting higher power generation, cost efficiency, and expanding asset base.

Grid Collapses Attributed To Vandalism, Maintenance Issues

Vandalism and maintenance problems are to blame for Nigeria’s frequent grid collapses, says Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu, who has a committee suggesting tweaks.

Investigating the recent power outages across Nigeria

Nigeria's power sector faces ongoing outages, infrastructure deficits, and gas supply shortages, hindering economic growth and daily life.

Electricity Tariff Hikes: What Nigerians Are Saying

Tariff hikes deepen frustration as Nigerians face rising energy costs and unreliable service, straining households and businesses alike.

Power Outages Halt Businesses Across Northern Nigeria

Frequent power outages have stalled businesses across Northern Nigeria, causing high operational costs and revenue losses as reliance on diesel generators rises.

IBEDC Sacks Kingsley Achife as Acting Managing Director, Appoints Francis Agoha

IBEDC appoints Francis Agoha as new Acting Managing Director, replacing Kingsley Achife to drive improvements in electricity distribution and service reliability.

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State police push shifts to governors and state lawmakers

After the Senate and House passed the state police bill, Nigeria's 36 state assemblies must now decide whether the long-debated policing reform finally becomes law.

Nigeria signals fresh review of N70,000 minimum wage

Nigeria's government says it will reassess the N70,000 minimum wage soon, arguing that the figure no longer reflects the rising cost of living nationwide.

EU and GIZ donate 200kW solar facility to SON

The European Union and GIZ have donated a 200kW solar PV system to the Standards Organisation of Nigeria to power energy-performance testing and cut diesel costs.

Ireland opens scholarship applications for Nigerians on Monday

The Embassy of Ireland says applications for the 2026 Ireland Fellows Programme open on Monday, offering Nigerians a fully funded Master's degree in Ireland.