Gombe Partners with Chinese Company for 100 Megawatt Solar Energy Plant
Gombe State has taken a significant step towards energy independence by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Railway 18th Bureau Group to build a 100 Megawatt solar energy plant. This project is part of the state’s plan to generate its own electricity, reduce reliance on the national grid, and drive economic growth. Governor […]
Tinubu Commits to Address Oil Spills and Gas Flaring in the Niger Delta
In a significant move to protect the environment, President Bola Tinubu’s administration has pledged to tackle oil spills and gas flaring in the Niger Delta region. This commitment was made during the International Conference on Petroleum Pollution and Just Transition held in Abuja, focusing on advancing the recommendations from the Bayelsa State Oil and Environmental […]
58% of Nigerian Households Connected to the National Grid, Says NBS
A recent report from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reveals that 58% of households in Nigeria are connected to the national power grid. This information comes from the “Nigeria Residential Energy Demand Side Survey (NREDSS) 2024,” which was unveiled in Abuja. The survey involved 8,100 households from both urban and rural areas in nine […]
“Nigerian Government Grants MTN and Others Licenses for Electricity Generation”
The Nigerian government has granted electricity generation permits to MTN Communications Nigeria and several other companies, including Havenhill Synergy and Golden Penny Power Limited. These companies will be responsible for generating their own power through mini-grids, rather than relying on the national grid. MTN has been authorized to build four power plants across Lagos, with […]