21 h. ago ‘₦47bn Annual Electricity Bill Unsustainable’, Again, Federal Gov’t Defends ₦10bn Aso Rock Solar Power Project

The Federal Government has once again emphasised its decision to install solar panels at the Aso Rock Villa, maintaining that it was unsustainable to continue to pay about ₦47 billion yearly in electricity bills for the Seat of Power. The Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Mustapha Abdulahi, said the huge amount […]

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31 h. ago N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN

From Charity Nwakaudu Abuja The Director-General, Energy Commission of Nigeria, ECN, Dr Mustapha Abdullahi has described the Federal Government’s approval of a N10 billion solar power project for the Presidential Villa, as a testament for transparent governance and nation building. This is contained in a statement he made available to journalists in Abuja. The statement […] The post N10 billion state house solar power project, bold step for national growth — ECN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Presidency cites US White House in defense of Aso Rock N10bn solar project

The Presidency has defended the controversial N10 billion solar power project proposed for the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, citing global read more Presidency cites US White House in defense of Aso Rock N10bn solar project

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3 d. ago ‘White House Enjoys It Too’, Presidency Defends N10bn Solar Power Project For Aso Rock Villa

Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has defended the Federal Government’s approval of a N10 billion solar power project for the Presidential Villa, citing similar energy practices at the White House in Washington, D.C. Onanuga made the statement via his X (formerly Twitter) handle in response to public concerns […]

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4 d. ago Angry netizens blast presidency over N10bn solar power project

By John Ogunsemore The presidency’s planned N10 billion expenditure on solar power installation at the State House, Abuja, has elicited scathing criticism from Nigerians on social media. Daily Sun reports that N10 billion was allocated in the 2025 Appropriation Act for installing a solar mini-grid at the Presidential Villa, following increased energy bills and unreliable […] The post Angry netizens blast presidency over N10bn solar power project appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Nigeria, South Africa Forge Strategic Mining Alliance To Drive Continental Growth

Nigeria and South Africa have formalised a partnership in mining development through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), a significant step towards strengthening bilateral ties under the Nigeria–South Africa Bi-National Commission, recently inaugurated by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and President Cyril Ramaphosa. The MoU, signed by Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr […]

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8 d. ago Epileptic electricity: FG to inject 1,900MW solar power into grid

•Govt sets 8,000MW power goal by 2027, taps private sector for grid expansion The Federal Government has revealed plans to construct modular solar power plants with a combined capacity of 1,900 megawatts for the 19 northern states, as part of efforts to boost renewable energy adoption and expand the national grid. It also disclosed its Read More

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1 week ago Buni Commissions Solar Power Plant In Yobe Varsity Teaching Hospital

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has commissioned a solar PV plant for the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH) Damaturu. The project was undertaken by the Federal Ministry of Power to complement the state government’s effort in providing uninterrupted power supply through renewable energy for high quality service in the hospital. The governor was […]

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1 week ago Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Borno South Senator Ali Ndume has praised President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a national emergency on food security, describing it as a bold step towards addressing hunger and inflation across the country. The senator has called for the creation of a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to monitor and enforce policy […] The post Ndume praises Tinubu’s state of emergency on food security, calls for DOGE appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago How removal of import duties on solar raw materials can boost Nigeria’s industrial future

As Nigeria turns to renewable energy, solar power stands out as one of the most promising and accessible solutions to read more How removal of import duties on solar raw materials can boost Nigeria’s industrial future

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1 week ago Access Bank gets final approval for Kenya’s National Bank takeover

The Central Bank of Kenya and the National Treasury have given the green light for Nigerian lender Access Bank PLC to acquire the struggling National Bank of Kenya, marking a key step forward in the nearly year-long acquisition process. The approval, announced on Monday, brings Access Bank closer to finalising its purchase of 100 percent Read More

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2 w. ago 5 things to look out for when installing solar panels in Nigeria

By John Ogunsemore Solar energy is fast becoming a game-changer in Nigeria as more homes and businesses are switching to or installing complementary solar energy solutions due to many factors, including unreliable power supply from the national grid, rising fuel costs making generators unattractive, environmental friendliness and the need for energy independence. However, before you […] The post 5 things to look out for when installing solar panels in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented

From Taiwo Oluwadare, Ibadan   The Pan Nigerian Oil and Gas Stakeholders on Wednesday commended President Bola Tinubu for taking a significant step toward reforming the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited by reconstituting its board and appointing new leadership.   In a press statement issued in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Engr. Raphael Ajuri, speaking […] The post Oil & gas stakeholders laud Tinubu on new NNPCL Board, call marching orders for Musa, Ojulari unprecedented appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment 

Tribune Online Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Student Engagement, Hon. Sunday Asefon, has lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to the development of education, describing it as a crucial step towards shaping the nation’s future, empowering young Nigerians, and ensuring a brighter tomorrow. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja to commemorate Tinubu’s […] Tinubu at 73: Presidential aide applauds interventions in education, youth empowerment  Tribune Online

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