70 m. ago FG To Cut Off Underperforming DisCos In 2028 – Minister Adelabu

  The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, made a significant announcement on Monday. He stated that the Federal Government will not renew the licences of electricity distribution companies (DisCos) that fail to meet the required performance standards. This directive will come into effect when the current licences of these DisCos expire in 2028. Speaking […] The post FG To Cut Off Underperforming DisCos In 2028 – Minister Adelabu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Power sector records N49bn revenue gap as Ikeja leads, Jos lags

Liquidity challenges in Nigeria’s electricity market persisted in July 2025, as the country’s 11 distribution companies (DisCos) and Aba Power read more Power sector records N49bn revenue gap as Ikeja leads, Jos lags

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15 h. ago Lagos licences new electricity distribution firms to replace Eko, Ikeja DisCos

The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has officially granted power distribution licences to Excel Distribution Company Limited and IE read more Lagos licences new electricity distribution firms to replace Eko, Ikeja DisCos

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23 h. ago Nigeria needs total digital transformation of electricity sector to boost economy – Atueyi

The Sun At Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), JP Atueyi, a specialist in enterprise information technology and transformation, led the digital transformation of Nigeria’s second largest electricity distribution company. Looking back at that experience and in-depth understanding of the electricity industry, he, in this panel interview, dissects Nigeria’s electricity problems, the path forward and the […] The post Nigeria needs total digital transformation of electricity sector to boost economy – Atueyi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Lagos licenses new electricity distribution firms to replace Eko, Ikeja DisCos

The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has officially granted power distribution licences to Excel Distribution Company Limited and IE read more Lagos licenses new electricity distribution firms to replace Eko, Ikeja DisCos

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5 d. ago Relief on prepaid metering in Port Harcourt zone as Olley group steps in

Electricity consumers and power distribution companies have been at loggerheads for years over appropriate bills. What seems to separate this read more Relief on prepaid metering in Port Harcourt zone as Olley group steps in

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1 week ago DisCos and energy transition: Are they ready for renewables?

Tribune Online DisCos and energy transition: Are they ready for renewables? By: Pelumi P. Aluko-Olokun NIGERIA’S electricity distribution companies (DisCos) face a pivotal moment. The global energy sector is experiencing its most rapid transformation in over a century, with renewable technologies such as solar photovoltaics, wind farms, and small-scale hydropower increasingly forming the backbone of modern energy systems. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA, 2024), […] DisCos and energy transition: Are they ready for renewables? Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Yola DisCo Offers Free Eye Surgery, Medication To Communities

In a heartwarming display of corporate social responsibility, the Mainstream Foundation, in partnership with Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC), has brought hope and healing to countless residents of Yola metropolis through a free eye clinic medical outreach. The initiative, which offered free eye surgeries, medication, and consultancy services, was a beacon of joy for individuals […]

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2 w. ago Lagos Assembly wades into Royal Gardens Estate, EKEDC dispute

The Lagos State House of Assembly has stepped into the protracted crisis between residents of Royal Gardens Estate, Ajah, and the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), following a petition by the Royal Gardens Residents’ Association (RGERA). In a letter signed by the Clerk of the House, B. Onafeko, the Assembly’s Committee on Housing invited RGERA […] The post Lagos Assembly wades into Royal Gardens Estate, EKEDC dispute appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Communities Thrown Into Darkness As Transmission Tower Collapses In Kaduna

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the disruption in the transmission of bulk electricity to some load centres of Kaduna Electricity Distribution (KAEDCO). The disruption followed the collapse of Tower No. 7 along Kaduna Town Line I and II in Rigasa community. TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah said the tower collapsed […]

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2 w. ago Federal Government Flags Off N12bn Renewed Hope Solar Project

The federal government has launched a seven-megawatt solar project at the hospital within 48 hours after the power dispute between Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) and Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO). During the flag-off in Kano, Abubakar Bichi, chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations and member representing Bichi Federal constituency, said over […]

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3 w. ago 3 Patients Died When Power Firm Cut Supply – Aminu Kano Hospital

At least three patients at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) in Kano State have been confirmed dead following a recent power cut at the facility by the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO). The facility’s spokesperson, Mrs Hauwa Inuwa Dutse, confirmed the incident to journalists in Kano, explaining that […]

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3 w. ago Nationwide blackouts as Nigeria’s power supply drops below 200MW

Nigerians have been thrown into darkness on Wednesday after electricity supply from the national grid dropped significantly, leaving Distribution Companies read more Nationwide blackouts as Nigeria’s power supply drops below 200MW

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3 w. ago AEDC addresses national grid collapse, reveals restoration process

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has addressed the national grid collapse, which occurred on Wednesday. According to reports, the megawatt (MW) generated dropped from 2,917.83 (MW) to 1.5 (MW) between 11 am and 12 pm. The Nigeria National Grid provided an update on the situation on social media, writing, “System restoration is in progress.” […] The post AEDC addresses national grid collapse, reveals restoration process appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago EFCC commends MEDL over improved electricity supply in Enugu

Tribune Online EFCC commends MEDL over improved electricity supply in Enugu The acting Zonal Director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Enugu Command, Aisha Abubakar, has commended Mainpower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) for the improved service quality in Enugu and its prompt response to fault clearance. Mainpower is the subsidiary of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC) responsible for electricity distribution within Enugu […] EFCC commends MEDL over improved electricity supply in Enugu Tribune Online

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