300KVA transformer delivered to Temu Community by Hon. Ogunkelu Residents’ request at stakeholders’ meeting fulfilled within 48 hours Intervention expected to enhance power supply, businesses, and living standards The lawmaker representing Epe Constituency II at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Sylvester Ogunkelu, has fulfilled his pledge to Temu Community, Mercy Land Garden City … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has successfully restored electricity to Bayelsa State following a four-month blackout caused by extensive vandalism of power infrastructure. The General Manager of TCN’s Port Harcourt Region, Emmanuel Anyaegbulem, announced the development during a press conference in Port Harcourt on Monday. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support Legionnaires and … Read more
The House of Representatives has called on the Ministry of Interior, led by Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, to enhance security measures for electricity transmission lines across the country to curb persistent vandalism of critical infrastructure. EDITOR’S PICKS Trump Taps Fox News Host Pete Hegseth As Defence Secretary Sanwo-Olu Appoints Barr. Rekiya Olufunke Hassan as new Chairman of … Read more
The administration of President Bola Tinubu has pledged to deliver a minimum of 20 hours of daily electricity supply to urban and industrial areas in Nigeria by 2027, contingent on improved funding for the country’s oil and gas sector. Olu Verheijen, the Special Advisor to the President on Energy, shared this goal during the African … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has attributed Thursday’s National Grid collapse to a sudden frequency spike from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz. In a statement, TCN spokesperson Ndidi Mbah explained that the disturbance, which marks the second grid collapse in three days, began at approximately 11:29 AM on Thursday. Recovery efforts were immediately initiated, and the … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has provided insights into the prolonged power outages affecting major cities in Northern Nigeria, explaining that the ongoing security challenges in the region have significantly hindered repair efforts. In a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah, TCN acknowledged that the vandalism of the Shiroro-Kaduna transmission line … Read more
The Federal Government has unveiled the preliminary draft of the National Integrated Electricity Policy and Strategic Implementation Plan (NIEP-SIP), a crucial initiative aimed at addressing the pressing challenges within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry. This policy is designed to steer the nation toward a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive energy sector that meets the needs of … Read more
FG Unveils Timeline For Transformation In Electricity Supply. Adelabu highlights resistance to power sector improvement due to selfish interests. Minister emphasizes service-oriented tariff increase EKO HOT BLOG reports that Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, expressed dismay over the persisting challenges in the power sector despite the numerous ministers it has seen in the past. Adelabu voiced … Read more
The National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, reported a 3.46% rise in electricity consumers in Q4 2023. Revenue collection by electricity distribution companies surged by 26.96% year-over-year to N294.95 billion in Q4 2023. Electricity supply increased by 14.64% compared to Q4 2022, reaching 6,432 GWh. Eko Hot Blog reports that The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) … Read more
Power outages hit Abuja and parts of Kogi State due to technical issues. AEDC reports fault on 33kv feeder k6 from AT9 Karu Transmission Station. TCN maintenance crew working to restore electricity; planned maintenance announced for Okene Transmission Substation. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Some residents of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja and some areas in … Read more
The Randle substation was facilitated by former Surulere representative, Gbajabiamila. The substation is expected to boost electricity supply in Surulere. After the commissioning of the plant during the weekend, it is ready for operation. Eko Hot Blog reports that Chief of Staff to President Bola Tinubu and the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Senator Abdul Ningi (Bauchi Central-PDP) has raised concerns regarding the implementation of a budget purportedly not approved by the National Assembly under the leadership of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. In response to these claims, the Senate has announced its intention to convene and address the matter on Tuesday. EDITOR’S PICKS BREAKING: Bandits … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerians are set to stay in darkness again following Tuesday’s reports of the collapse of the national grid, with power output falling from a peak of 3,594.60 megawatts (MW) at midnight to a mere 42.7MW. Nigeria’s electricity supply, according to the Guardian plummeted to an all time low at … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Niger Republic currently owes Nigeria N4.22bn ($5.48m: $/N769.27 exchange rate) for power supply; the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission’s just released first quarter report has stated. According to the report, Niger’s state power firm, Nigerien Electricity Society, was yet to remit the $5.48m invoice issued for power supply by the Nigerian … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Friday, vowed to fulfil his campaign promises of ensuring uninterrupted power supply across the country. In a statement issued by his Special Adviser to the President, Media & Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale the president expressed readiness to tackle all obstacles militating against stable electricity supply in … Read more
The new electricity tariff will take effect from July 1, as part of measures aimed at improving its performance level in power supply within its jurisdiction, according to the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC). The Managing Director of the company, Ernest Mupwaya, said in a statement in Abuja said that the review which was overdue … Read more
Nollywood actress, Adaeze Ameh has expressed her disappointment at the low supply of electricity in Nigeria as the lockdown continues. The veteran actress said she understands that the reason for the sit-at-home order is to curb the spread of the virus, but the Federal Government has failed in the provision of social amenities such as … Read more
The Minister of Power, Saleh Mamman has revealed that Nigerians will start paying more on electricity supply as the Federal Government plans to boost power supply. According to Mamma, improvement in electricity supply necessitated the need to increase the electricity tariffs. Already, there is ongoing tariff reform in the power sector for the eleven power … Read more