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Standards Organisation of Nigeria receives 200kW solar plant from EU and GIZ
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria has inaugurated a new 200kW solar power system donated by the European Union and Germany to improve energy efficiency testing and reduce operational costs.
TCN Re-energizes Benin–Egbin 330kV Power Line Following Grid Fault
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has successfully returned the Benin–Egbin 330kV line to service following a major power disturbance that impacted Lagos.
National Grid Instability Causes Power Blackout in Lagos
A voltage fluctuation on the national grid led to widespread power outages in Lagos on Thursday morning, prompting emergency restoration efforts by TCN and the Ministry of Power.
TCN Reconnects Benin-Egbin 330kV Power Line After Grid Failure
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has successfully restored the Benin–Egbin 330kV transmission line, while repair work continues on the Benin–Omotoso line following a grid failure that affected Lagos.
Lagos power supply resumed by TCN following temporary outage
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has resumed power transmission to parts of Lagos after a grid instability issue caused a brief blackout on June 25, 2026.
Government and Power Producers Remain at Odds Over Unpaid Electricity Debt
The Nigerian government and electricity generation companies are in dispute over a massive debt crisis, with the state claiming to settle N4 trillion in arrears while producers insist the debt has hit N7 trillion.
Nigeria Plans 5MW Solar Expansion via Rural Electrification Agency
Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe announced that the Rural Electrification Agency will add 5 megawatts of solar energy to support Epe and surrounding areas after the launch of a new 504kW mini-grid.
REA identifies solar energy as Nigeria’s quickest solution to power deficits
REA Managing Director Abba Aliyu claims solar energy is the fastest way to resolve Nigeria's electricity crisis, while Power Minister Joseph Tegbe highlights legislative reforms as the path forward.
Dangote Refinery Rejects Allegations of Fuel Export and Re-import Schemes
Dangote Refinery has formally denied claims that it exports petroleum products to Lomé for re-importation, citing logistical costs and strict contractual prohibitions.
NMDPRA Issues New Petroleum Import Licenses to Seven Firms
To combat declining fuel reserves, the NMDPRA has authorized seven oil marketers to import petrol and diesel for the third quarter of 2026.