BEDC and Edo State Government restore their power relationship. The disconnection lasted for over five years due to unresolved disputes. The reconnection will improve power distribution in Edo and nearby states. In a significant move, the Edo State Government has announced its decision to reconnect to the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) after a five-year … Read more
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has issued a stern warning to Ikeja and Eko Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos), cautioning them against disregarding its directive regarding meter replacements. FCCPC’s Director of Corporate Affairs, Ondaje Ijagwu, reaffirmed on Wednesday that the commission’s directive to halt all replacement activities involving Unistar meters remains in force … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has clarified that the national grid collapse on Monday evening was only partial, affecting multiple areas across the country. The collapse occurred around 6:48 PM, plunging parts of Nigeria into darkness. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has unbundled the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) by establishing the Nigerian Independent System Operator of Nigeria Limited (NISO). NERC made this known in a circular dated April 30. TCN is expected to transfer all market and system operation functions to the new company. … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governors of the 36 states have united to address the issue of unreliable power supply in the country. According to reports, the Governors have agreed to take action to break the monopoly held by Discos in power distribution. Editor’s Picks Clean Sweep: APC Secures Landside Victory In Latest LG … Read more
NERC approves electricity tariff increase for Band A customers, raising the rate to N225 per kilowatt-hour from the current N66. Band A customers, enjoying 20 hours of electricity daily, represent 15% of Nigeria’s 12 million electricity customers. The tariff review is aimed at attracting new investment and reducing subsidies, as power companies seek to raise … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the restoration of the national electricity grid following a sudden collapse that plunged the nation into darkness on Thursday, 28th March 2024. The grid failure, which occurred on Thursday, resulted in widespread power outages across the country, raising concerns among millions of … Read more
Why Abuja Will Experience ‘Partial’ Blackout – AEDC AEDC confirms the issue, cites 33-kilovolt feeder fault, affecting Dakibiyu, Kado Estate, Life Camp, Efab Estate, and surrounding areas. AEDC assures customers of diligent efforts to resolve the problem, apologizes for inconvenience, and reports successful restoration in certain areas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that a technical malfunction on … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Nigeria’s Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) are reportedly planning to hike electricity tariffs nationwide with effect from January 1, 2024. According to report, a virtual emergency meeting was held recently to formalise and perfect the planned tariff increase. A source in one of the DisCos, who claimed anonymity, confirmed the development … Read more