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24th October 2024

  Living with power outages in Nigeria has become part of daily life, but that doesn’t mean we can’t handle it better. With the frequent national grid collapse, it can be frustrating for many Nigerians. However, in this article, I share a practical guide to help you manage those frustrating moments when the lights go … Continue reading How to Deal with Power Outages in Nigeria: A Practical Guide

By chidiogo-akaelu

BUSINESS Energy

9th September 2024

  With the growing interest in alternative power sources, especially solar, more and more people and organisations are investing in solar energy solutions for their homes and offices. Read more about Energy Daystar Power is one of many companies offering solar energy solutions that are transforming the energy landscape in West Africa. Since its founding … Continue reading Daystar Power: Leading Solar Energy Solutions in Africa

By victor-ifegwu-mbonu

Energy TECH

26th August 2024

  With the increasing demand for more alternative sources of energy in Nigeria, more and more innovative solutions are beginning to emerge. One such is Solaris Green Tech Hub, founded by Chiemela Anosike in 2019. Read more about Energy The startup is addressing the energy gap and promoting sustainability by empowering rural communities with reliable … Continue reading Chiemela Anosike and the Mission to Light Up Nigeria with Solaris Green Tech Hub

By victor-ifegwu-mbonu

Energy

13th April 2024

  Introducing the Zedtron Volt, a premier portable power station, designed to keep your devices powered wherever you go. This robust unit features a massive 48,000mAh battery capacity, equipped with cutting-edge Lithium iron phosphate technology, ensuring longevity and safety. Read more about Energy Founded by Ziko Abara, Zedtron Volt has a 150-watt AC output and … Continue reading Zedtron Volt, a Premier Portable Power Station

By samson-ogunmola

Energy

13th March 2024

Welcome to Alphameg Electrical Power Engineering Company, where excellence meets innovation. Established and incorporated in August 2015, we have rapidly emerged as a leading force in the field of electrical power and renewable energy engineering. Our journey began with a vision to revolutionize the way we harness and utilize energy resources, and today, we stand … Continue reading Empowering the Future: Alphameg Electrical Power Engineering Company

By chidozie-ahaneku

Energy

19th February 2024

  Lagos, Nigeria: Verifair, a global leader in renewable energy business events is bringing the 2024 edition of their flagship energy event–Powerelec in Lagos. Read more about Energy Lagos to host the largest gathering of energy professionals in West Africa, showcasing a growth agenda for the energy transition. The event will feature 150 global brands, 50 top domain … Continue reading Hon. Min. Adebayo Adelabu to inaugurate Powerelec Nigeria 2024

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Energy

27th July 2023

  As fuel prices continue to rise in Nigeria, it becomes essential for individuals and families to find effective ways to conserve energy at home. Energy conservation not only helps reduce monthly expenses but also contributes to environmental sustainability. By adopting simple yet impactful practices, we can minimize our energy consumption and create a positive … Continue reading 5 Practical Ways To Conserve Energy At Home

By nnaemeka-emmanuel

BUSINESS Energy

26th July 2023

  If you’re reading this article, there’s a high chance that you’re on the hunt for a solar energy company in Nigeria. And that would be because you want to either augment whatever power you get from the public grid, or you’re looking to totally replace it with a more reliable and environmentally friendly alternative. … Continue reading 10 Best Solar Energy Companies in Nigeria

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

7th September 2020

In order to save Nigerians the stress of power disturbances and economic loss due to power problems, renowned electrical firm, Schneider Electric, has introduced smart power solutions that can easily adapt to the Nigerian environment. The motive behind the initiative is the resolve to mitigate the cost of power disturbances which is estimated at $29 … Continue reading Schneider Electric Introduces Solutions To Solve Nigeria’s Power Problems

By ugo-chinedu

BUSINESS Energy

21st December 2019

Nigeria’s first privately financed Independent Power Project, the Azura-Edo Power Plant, is getting new funding from Africa50, a pan-African investment group. This was confirmed in a press release put out by management at the IPP earlier this week. Read more about Business Located near Benin City, the Azura-Edo thermal power plant is one of several … Continue reading Nigeria’s 461 MW Azura-Edo Power Plant Gets New Investment

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy TECH

22nd August 2019

Electricity is one of the major problems in this country. Residents are faced with an epileptic power supply which makes it unaffordable, others rely on generators which come at a cost without including the daily/weekly cost of running it on petrol or diesel. On the flip side, this has led to the global discussion on … Continue reading Renewable Energy: Meet 26-Year-Old Nigerian Who Designed A Generator That Runs On Water

By aanu-olajide

Energy

7th February 2019

Do you use a prepaid meter or are your electricity bills are estimated by an electric distribution company? Electricity bills, being a recurrent cost, is one that many people will want to save on. Reduction in energy consumption means you’ll pay less on bills, reduce your fuel consumption, and possibly reduce your impact on the … Continue reading Top 5 Energy Saving Tips

By tobenna-ezike

Energy SPORTS

10th July 2018

Leading energy giants and core sponsors of the Nigeria Football Federation, AITEO, showered praises on the Super Eagles and the NFF for their performance at the ongoing 2018 Russia FIFA World Cup. Aiteo maintained that despite their early exit from the competition, the Super Eagles held a united front and were not at all disgraced. … Continue reading AITEO Salute Super Eagles, NFF

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ECONOMY Energy

21st February 2018

In January, Nigeria’s main foreign exchange earner got more expensive than it’s been in a long while, and government officials were rubbing their palms in glee. It was fantastic news after all; crude oil- or more specifically, the Bonny light crude, which Nigeria produces, hit the $70 per barrel mark, raising hopes that the Federal … Continue reading Weaning Nigeria Off Oil: Are We Moving Quickly Enough?

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

8th November 2017

The Federal Government announced late in October that it had reached a deal with the Russian Nuclear Corporation, Rosatom, to build two nuclear power stations in the country. The basic reason for this didn’t have to be strenuously laid out: electricity supply in Nigeria is abysmal, and the nuclear power plants, when completed, would help … Continue reading Can Nuclear Energy Solve Nigeria’s Power Problem?

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

13th February 2017

Renewable energy solutions providers Greenwish Partners and Oriental Renewable Solutions are partnering to deliver a 50 MW solar PV project in Jigawa State. The project is said to form part of a wider plan to diversify Nigeria’s energy mix. The Jigawa Solar project will, upon completion, have the capacity to generate 96 GWh per year. … Continue reading Jigawa to Get 50 MW Solar Project

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

9th December 2016

In what appears to be a landmark move to reposition the solar industry in Nigeria, Africa, and the globe, Lumos Global, an off-grid solar firm operating in Nigeria has raised $90 million in fundraising, the industry’s largest every investment. Lumos Global seeks to transform the industry and in so doing millions of lives with this … Continue reading Lumos Global Raises Nigeria’s Largest Investment in the Solar Industry

By muna-ugorji

Energy

5th December 2016

The Nigerian Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association (NLPGA) held its 6th annual conference and exhibition on Thursday, December 1, 2016. The conference, which took place at the Federal Palace Hotel in Victoria Island, Lagos, had in attendance key stakeholders in Nigeria’s gas industry. They discussed viable strategies for the LPG industry and deliberated on what practicable options … Continue reading NLPGA’s Conference and Exhibition 2016: Experts Explore Opportunities for Nigeria’s LPG Industry

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

29th November 2016

General Electric has signed an agreement with governors of Nigeria’s 19 northern states to build 5 new solar plants, which are expected to help improve power supply in that part of the country. A Memorandum of Understanding signed by the two parties yesterday at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja, should provide the basis for … Continue reading General Electric to Build 5 Solar Plants In Northern Nigeria

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

24th November 2016

The annual NLPGA Conference and Exhibition is the foremost stakeholder forum for Nigeria’s LPG industry. The conference aims to bring fresh ideas about the technology and business of LPG to the fore, and provides the platform for stakeholders to deliberate on key issues affecting the industry. It is recognized as a key agenda setter for … Continue reading The NLPGA Conference and Exhibition to Hold on December 1, 2016

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

14th November 2016

The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that the nation’s power generation could be getting a significant boost, starting from the end of 2017, when power projects currently in the works begin to come on stream. About 1,459 MW should be added to the national grid from 20 plants located in various parts of the … Continue reading Federal Government Plans to Increase Nigeria’s Power Supply by 1,459 MW from 20 Plants

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

31st October 2016

A gas-fired power station with the potential to supply 550 megawatts of electricity is on the cards for Cross River State. The South Korean firm, Kingline Integrated Power Development Limited, plans to build a power generating facility in the southern state, which upon completion, could go some way to reducing the immense energy supply gap the … Continue reading South Korean Firm to Build 550 Megawatt Power Plant in Cross River State

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

6th October 2016

Nigeria’s need for cleaner and more efficient alternatives to traditional fuels has grown as its population has expanded. Energy consumption across the country has soared, even as concerns about the negative effects of the fuels used to satisfy domestic and industrial energy needs across the world increases. Banner Energy, an energy and power business development, … Continue reading BannerGas Unveils Door-To-Door LPG Delivery and Autogas Conversion

By ikenna-nwachukwu

Energy

30th September 2016

Banner Energy Limited on Thursday, the 29th of September 2016, unveiled its BannerGas Franchise Retailers Scheme, a door-to-door delivery product range, along with its LPG Auto Conversion solutions, as well as the company image rebranding, at its maiden Franchise Dealers Conference held at Homegate Resort, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos. The BannerGas Franchise Retailers Scheme, which … Continue reading BannerGas Introduces Its Door To Door Delivery Product and LPG Auto Conversion

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ECONOMY Energy

21st September 2016

An intervention by the World Bank through a large scale power initiative could see the burden of high energy costs borne by businesses in Nigeria being somewhat lightened. The global financial institution has revealed that it plans to introduce a solar energy program to cater for the power needs of industrial establishments in the country. … Continue reading World Bank Initiates Solar Energy Programme for Industry in Nigeria

By ikenna-nwachukwu

ECONOMY Energy Events

3rd December 2015

Photo highlights from the 2015 Nigeria LP Gas Conference which took place on December 2nd, 2015.         

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ECONOMY Energy News

24th November 2015

According to a recent National Bureau of Statistics report, the oil and gas sector contributed a sum of N1.942 trillion to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the third quarter of 2015, as reported by the Vanguard. The breakdown was as follows: Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas sub-sector accounted for N1.845 trillion, an increase from … Continue reading Petroleum Contributed N1.942t to GDP in Q3 2015

By ify

Energy News

17th November 2015

The Federal Government is considering the use of alternative energy sources for electricity supply including renewable energy, The Nation news reports. This was announced by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo yesterday while receiving a delegation of the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission (NAEC) led by its Director-General, Dr. Erepamo Osaisai, at the Presidential Villa,  Abuja. The pursuit … Continue reading FG Announces Plans to Invest in Renewable Energy

By ify

BUSINESS ECONOMY Energy News

2nd June 2015

1. President  Buhari and outgoing National Security Adviser Colonel Sambo Dasuki (rtd) met to discuss  security issues and the Boko Haram insurgency.  2. The new African Development Bank (AfDB) President and former Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Akinwunmi Adesina has vowed to eradicate poverty in Africa. 3. The National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has granted approval to a … Continue reading Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss

By ify

Energy

5th May 2015

Union Bank of Nigeria Plc. have signed a N4 billion agreement to finance Egboama Gas Plant owned by PNG Gas Limited. A statement from the bank explained that the facility will provide the required funding for the refurbishment and upgrade of the gas plant located in Delta State. Commenting on the agreement, the Executive Director, … Continue reading Union Bank of Nigeria Signs N4 Billion Agreement With Egboama Gas Plant

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