His Imperial Majesty Oba (Dr.) Olufolarin Olukayode Ogunsanwo, the Alara of Ilara Kingdom on Friday, December 20 hosted key members of the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) at his palace. The meeting aimed at addressing the prolonged electricity blackout affecting the Epe Federal Constituency. Parties at the meeting, sought to find sustainable solutions to the … Read more
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has announced plans to add 150 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria’s national grid before January 2025. Speaking on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Adelabu said this move is part of ongoing efforts to stabilize the fragile and aging grid. EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Concerned Nation Builders Initiative (CNI), Nigeria, has urged the government to take proactive measures to combat the rising cases of electricity cable vandalism in the Epe Division. In a statement released on Tuesday, December 9, 2024, the group proposed the installation of discreet CCTV cameras at strategic locations to protect the … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that the recurring incidents of electricity infrastructure vandalization in the Epe Federal Constituency have left residents in a state of despair. Barely days after the restoration of electricity to parts of the constituency, vandals struck again, targeting cables around Ketu, Epe, and plunging the area back into darkness. EDITOR’S PICKS Japa: … Read more
Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has come under fire for his recent comments stating that most states in Nigeria now enjoy 22 hours of power supply daily, attributing this improvement to President Bola Tinubu. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Edochie made the statement on Saturday, also praising Tinubu for contributing to reduced insecurity across the country. … Read more
Eko hot blog reports that Electricity has been restored in Eredo Local Council Development Area, bringing relief to residents after weeks of darkness. The Executive Chairman, Hon. Monsuru Ismail Akinloye, announced this, thanking PHCN and security agencies for their support in resolving the issue. “We are happy to inform our people that electricity is back. … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Ismail Monsuru Akinloye, has taken decisive steps to address the ongoing power outage in the area. On December 2, 2024, he held a meeting with officials from the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) to fast-track the restoration of electricity. During the meeting, Hon. Akinloye … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Youths in Epe have taken a firm step to address the issue of poor power supply in their community. On November 22, 2024, the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe branch, led by Comrade Moibi Ibrahim, organized a stakeholders’ meeting to discuss solutions to the problem. Speaking at the meeting, Comrade … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that the National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN), Epe Branch, has raised concerns over the increasing problem of electricity vandalism in the community. This comes after a recent incident where a power cable in Araga-Poka was damaged, causing further power outages in the area. The council commended local leaders for their … Read more
The National Grid suffered its second collapse in just two days on Thursday, November 7, plunging large parts of Nigeria into darkness once again. This latest incident follows a similar collapse on Tuesday, raising fresh concerns over the country’s electricity infrastructure. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set … Read more
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to develop an independent super grid across the states to enhance power reliability. Following a meeting with President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu disclosed that the President has directed the acceleration of repair efforts to restore electricity in northern Nigeria, which has recently experienced widespread … Read more
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has expressed deep concern over the prolonged power outage affecting the northern part of Nigeria. The group alleges that the Federal Government’s inaction is contributing to the region’s worsening economic woes. In a statement, ACF criticized the government for its lack of urgency in addressing the issue, which has led … Read more
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced that power distribution companies (Discos) may soon bear the cost of repairing faulty transformers and other infrastructure, a move aimed at ensuring more prudent management of electricity systems. NERC Chairman Sanusi Garba disclosed this during a public hearing on Thursday addressing the frequent collapses of Nigeria’s national … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported the vandalism of two towers along its 330kV Shiroro-Kaduna transmission lines, resulting in power outages affecting parts of Kano and Kaduna states. In a statement signed by TCN’s General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the company confirmed that the damage occurred on both transmission lines, with … Read more
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has stated that many Nigerians have stopped complaining about the high cost of petrol because they are no longer solely reliant on generators for electricity. Speaking during his keynote address at the 2024 Nigeria Energy Exhibition and Conference in Lagos, Adelabu addressed the theme, “Breaking Barriers in the New … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has provided an update on the ongoing restoration of the national grid following its collapse on Monday, October 14, 2024. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West Brom Celebrate Ajayi On … Read more
The national electricity grid has collapsed once again, plunging the country into darkness. The collapse occurred around 6:18 pm on Monday, with power generation dropping significantly before completely shutting down. EDITOR’S PICKS ICYMI: Nigerian TikToker, Oloba Salo Reportedly Shot in Lekki, Don’t Scrap the EFCC, Fix It, Fintiri Slams Calls For Abolition AFCON Qualifiers: West … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that Epe residents are set to witness a significant breakthrough as the long-standing electricity outage in the area is expected to be resolved today. This follows the relentless efforts of Hon. Princess Surah Animashaun, the Chairman of Epe Local Government, in collaboration with Hon. Abiodun Tobun, a member of the Lagos State House … Read more
Ekohotblog reports that residents of Ibeju-Lekki may soon experience improved electricity supply as plans for a new Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) substation progress. Earlier today, officials from the Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources visited the area to inspect potential sites for the construction of a 66MVA substation, featuring two 132/33KV … Read more
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported on Sunday that suspected vandals attacked its transmission line, which supplies power to Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State. In a statement from General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, it was revealed that the vandals cut down tower No. T372 along the Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri 330kV transmission line on … Read more