Call for Broader Reform Beyond Technology AN energy economist has called on policymakers to rethink Nigeria’s approach to power sector reforms, stressing that technological upgrades alone cannot resolve the country’s persistent electricity challenges. Speaking in an interview, Prof. Wumi Iledare argued that while investments in infrastructure and innovation are necessary, they must be complemented by […]
NNPC Achieves Key Engineering Breakthrough on OB3 Gas Pipeline River Niger Crossing Successfully Completed THE Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has recorded a major milestone with the successful completion of the River Niger crossing on the Obiafu-Obrikom-Oben (OB3) gas pipeline. The development, executed by the NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company, marks one of the most […]
Oil Markets React to Escalating Iran–US Tensions GLOBAL oil prices climbed after reports that Iran has hardened its position on the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint, while also accusing the United States of undermining diplomatic trust. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most important oil transit routes, handling a […]
Nigeria’s Telecom Sector Faces Twin Pressure NIGERIA’S telecommunications industry is grappling with mounting operational pressure as surging diesel and electricity costs raise expenses, while regulators intensify enforcement over poor service delivery. Industry estimates indicate operators now spend more than ₦65 billion monthly on diesel alone to keep thousands of network sites running, underscoring the heavy […]
Delta Intensifies Push for Reliable Electricity THE Delta State Government has intensified efforts to improve electricity supply through a strategic engagement with the Okpai Independent Power Plant (IPP) in Ndokwa East Local Government Area. The initiative, directed by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, is part of a broader plan to maximise existing energy assets and strengthen power […]
A Region Demands Light THE Delta State Government has pledged fresh intervention in Ndokwa Nation after residents staged a peaceful protest over prolonged electricity shortages affecting communities in the oil-rich area. The protesters, carrying the message “Light Up Ndokwa Nation,” appealed to authorities to connect their towns to the nearby Okpai Independent Power Plant. Their […]
Pipeline Security Report Draws Attention A new report on Nigeria’s oil infrastructure security has credited Tantita Security Services with recording more than 97 percent success in pipeline protection operations, surpassing contractual performance benchmarks in parts of the Niger Delta. The report, presented before a joint committee, said the company’s surveillance coverage now spans about 2,366 […]
A Long-Running Dispute Reignited FOR decades, the dispute over offshore oil wells between Cross River State and Akwa Ibom State has remained one of Nigeria’s most contentious resource control battles. Rooted in boundary interpretations following the cession of the Bakassi Peninsula, the conflict has had far-reaching economic and political implications. At the heart of the […]
New Regulatory Push for Power Access THE Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced a fresh set of mini-grid regulations aimed at improving electricity access across Nigeria, particularly in underserved and off-grid communities. The new framework, tagged Mini-Grid Regulations 2026, establishes a comprehensive structure to guide the development, licensing, and operation of decentralized electricity systems. […]
Seven States to Experience Prolonged Power Cuts ELECTRICITY consumers across seven northern states are set to endure weeks of disrupted power supply following a planned outage on a major transmission line. The affected states—Plateau, Gombe, Bauchi, Borno, Adamawa, Taraba, and Yobe—will experience intermittent blackouts from 9 April to 22 May 2026, as part of a […]