44 h. ago Cross River: Court limits state’s power to collect revenue, impound vehicles

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar A Cross River High Court has barred the Commercial Transport Regulatory Agency (CTRA) from imposing fines, collecting revenue, and confiscating vehicles belonging to the Delivery Vehicle Owners and Drivers Association of Nigeria (DELVAN) indefinitely. The High Court, sitting at Akamkpa, was presided over by Justice Offem I. Offem in the suit […] The post Cross River: Court limits state’s power to collect revenue, impound vehicles appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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49 h. ago TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in a bid to boost power supply across Nigeria, has launched the Working Committee read more TCN launch Committee to drive Power sector performance improvement plan

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49 h. ago Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

…TCN records 42 cases of vandalism in 6 months Vandalisation of infrastructure has remained a recurring issue of concern in read more Nigeria’s power sector under threat, as vandals feast on infrastructure

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66 h. ago Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company (DisCo), is leading four local and foreign firms to assemble smart electricity meters read more Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

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3 d. ago Nigeria watches as Kenya’s drive toward clean energy future receives major boost

…nears completion of major geothermal power plant Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and the continent’s most populous nation may need to read more Nigeria watches as Kenya’s drive toward clean energy future receives major boost

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3 d. ago Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna Former Vice President Mohammed Namadi Sambo and former Minister of budget and national planning, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman have traded blame over failed power privatization during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.  has strongly refuted claims made by Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, a former Minister of Budget and National Planning, Dr. Usman […] The post Ex VP Sambo, former minister trade blame over failed power privatization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nuclear Energy Push A False Climate Solution, Says Coalition Report

As Nigeria and other African countries increasingly announce plans to embrace nuclear power in their energy mix, a coalition of civil society organisations from Africa, Europe, and Russia has released a scathing new report labelling the continent’s nuclear ambitions a ‘false climate solution.’ The report titled “The Alarming Rise of False Climate Solutions in Africa: […]

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5 d. ago Eroded Naira: N100 in 1960 now worth N1.1m in 2025 —World Data

Tribune Online Eroded Naira: N100 in 1960 now worth N1.1m in 2025 —World Data The Nigerian naira has lost nearly all its purchasing power over the last 65 years, with N100 in 1960 now worth N1.1 million in real terms by early 2025, according to data compiled by World Data. The dramatic erosion, fueled by persistent inflation, currency devaluations, and economic mismanagement, underscores the chronic weakness of Nigeria’s macroeconomic […] Eroded Naira: N100 in 1960 now worth N1.1m in 2025 —World Data Tribune Online

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6 d. ago NIG defends Goodluck Jonathan over power sector privatization

From Idu Jude Abuja The National Integration Group (NIG) has disagreed with the claims made by former Minister of Budget and Planning, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, that the President Goodluck Jonathan administration sold the nation’s power sector to friends and cronies. NIG over the weekend frowned at Dr Shamsudeen’s remarks against the background that he was […] The post NIG defends Goodluck Jonathan over power sector privatization appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Transport minister woos investors in rail power, security infrastructure

From Idu Jude The Minister of Transportation, Sen. Said Ahmed Alkali, has called on Chinese and foreign investors to invest in Nigeria’s railway infrastructure, including power supply schemes, integrated security solutions, and real-time monitoring systems to secure the corridors and ensure reliable service delivery. Speaking at the 16th International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum (IIICF) […] The post Transport minister woos investors in rail power, security infrastructure appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Over 325,000 flock PH Tech Expo 2025 as experts plot future tech path for Niger Delta

More than 325,000 tech enthusiasts and investors flocked the just concluded Port Harcourt Tech Expo (PH TECH EXPO-2025) which is read more Over 325,000 flock PH Tech Expo 2025 as experts plot future tech path for Niger Delta

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1 week ago Power instability, inflation, currency volatility still our biggest challenges — MD Tsebo Nigeria

Oliyide Oluwashina is the managing director/chief executive officer of Tsebo Nigeria, formerly Tsebo Rapid. In this exclusive interview with BusinessDay’s read more Power instability, inflation, currency volatility still our biggest challenges — MD Tsebo Nigeria

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1 week ago Peter Obi Desperate For Power, Knows Nothing About Governance – Daniel Bwala

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has berated former Labour Party’s presidential candidate, Peter Obi over his comments on current administration. Mr. Bwala described  Obi as a ‘shallow’ personality who is not well grounded in the issues of economics and governance. Tinubu’s aide in a statement on Monday, noted that he […] The post Peter Obi Desperate For Power, Knows Nothing About Governance – Daniel Bwala appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago At Afam 2 near Port Harcourt, Nigeria sets tone for power sector roadmap

…as Power Minister pleads with Tinubu for Gencos Nigeria’s big shots from investors (private sector) to regulators and public sector read more At Afam 2 near Port Harcourt, Nigeria sets tone for power sector roadmap

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2 w. ago ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive

The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has assured Nigerians that the Renewed Hope Initiative of President Bola Tinubu was committed to ensuring that Nigerians enjoy improved power supply across the country. He made the observation in his congratulatory message to Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful on the celebration […] The post ECN urges stakeholders to support Tinubu’s solar energy drive appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Sallah: Energy commission applauds  Tinubu’s committed to improving power supply in the country 

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, ECN Dr Mustapha Abdullahi has congratulated Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithfuls both at home and in the diaspora as they celebrate the Muslim festival, Eid-ul-Adha.  Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi called on the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and […] The post Sallah: Energy commission applauds  Tinubu’s committed to improving power supply in the country  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago From ports to power: Systemic inefficiency threatens Nigeria’s economic future

Nigeria today stands as a nation of striking contradictions. Blessed with abundant natural resources and a burgeoning youthful population, Nigeria read more From ports to power: Systemic inefficiency threatens Nigeria’s economic future

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2 w. ago Protein Power: Fuelling Nigeria’s future one child at a time

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up strong, healthy, and full of potential. But in many parts of Nigeria, read more Protein Power: Fuelling Nigeria’s future one child at a time

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2 w. ago Parliamentary power vs. executive overreach: Global examples and Nigeria’s contrast (2)

Tribune Online Parliamentary power vs. executive overreach: Global examples and Nigeria’s contrast (2) Nigeria: When laws are flouted, not enforced THE contrast with Nigeria is stark. Though Nigeria has a democratic constitution with a bicameral National Assembly and state houses, its executives often sidestep the laws. In March 2025, President Bola Tinubu shocked observers by declaring a state of emergency in Rivers State and suspending the elected governor, […] Parliamentary power vs. executive overreach: Global examples and Nigeria’s contrast (2) Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Tinubu commissions 180MW Afam II Plant, pledges steady power supply

President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, commissioned the 180-megawatt (MW) Afam II power plant in Rivers State, where he reaffirmed his administration’s staunch commitment to stable electricity supply across Nigeria. Speaking virtually at the inauguration, Tinubu described the plant’s completion as a testament to the “enterprising Nigerian spirit” and a significant stride towards energy security. The […] The post Tinubu commissions 180MW Afam II Plant, pledges steady power supply appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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