12 h. ago Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia The federal government has adopted the National Energy Transition Policy, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2060 through a just and inclusive energy transition. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) and NEITI Board Chairman, announced this at the Nigeria Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI) Board retreat in Umuahia, […] The post Nigeria adopts National Energy Transition Policy, to achieve net-zero emissions by 2060 – Akume appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago SEC begins tech adoption assessment for capital market operators

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has commenced a comprehensive technology adoption survey targeted at registered Capital Market Operators (CMOs), in a bid to boost innovation and efficiency within the Nigerian capital market. In a circular released on Wednesday, the Commission said the assessment aims to evaluate how extensively CMOs are embracing advanced technologies in […] The post SEC begins tech adoption assessment for capital market operators appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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63 h. ago Speaker Abbas Pushes For Adoption Of Renewable Energy To Diversify Economy

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said Nigeria must adopt renewable energy to diversify its economy. According to Abbas, the case for renewable energy is compelling as it holds substantial implications for national policy agendas. The speaker noted that Nigeria is assuming a continental leadership role in the race to […]

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64 h. ago FG approves power sector roadmap, adopts National Integrated Electricity Policy

The Federal Government has formally ratified and adopted a roadmap for the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) by approving the read more FG approves power sector roadmap, adopts National Integrated Electricity Policy

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3 d. ago Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   Stakeholders in the power and energy generation and distribution sector from Nigeria and other African countries have emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to explore ways to transition to renewable energy sources. The call was made at the First National Legislative Conference and Expo on Renewable Energy organised by the […] The post Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Seplat Energy JV Flags Off 2025 ‘Eye Can See’ Programme In Imo

In line with its commitment to advancing community health and wellness, Seplat Energy, with its Joint Venture partners, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has flagged off the 2025 edition of its flagship healthcare initiative, ‘Eye Can See’, in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The programme’s opening ceremony, which was held at the Full […]

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7 d. ago Nigeria’s over 70m contactless cards unused over trust concerns

Most debit cards in Nigeria are contactless-enabled, but trust issues and lack of awareness continue to hold back the adoption read more Nigeria’s over 70m contactless cards unused over trust concerns

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2 w. ago NMA affiliates launch indefinite strike in Akwa Ibom over UNIUYO’s failure to adopt CONMESS

From Isaac Job, Uyo Affiliate bodies of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Akwa Ibom State chapter, including the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), the Association of Specialists Medical and Dental Academics (ASMEDA), and the Nigerian Association of Dental and Hospital University Staff (NADHUS), began an indefinite strike on Wednesday, April 23. The […] The post NMA affiliates launch indefinite strike in Akwa Ibom over UNIUYO’s failure to adopt CONMESS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Tax reforms, energy transition top at second Order Paper Conference

Terseer Ugbor, Deputy Chairman, Federal House of Representatives Committee on Environment and Dieter Ahmed Bassi, Director of Policy, Planning, and read more Tax reforms, energy transition top at second Order Paper Conference

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2 w. ago Rising energy cost killing industries, manufacturers cry out

• Say N708bn spent on alternative energy in 6 months By Merit Ibe Amid rising energy costs and an unreliable national grid, Nigerian manufacturers are fighting hard to stay afloat, having spent a whopping N708 billion on alternative energy sources in the last six months of 2024. The figure is an increase of 75 percent […] The post Rising energy cost killing industries, manufacturers cry out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. 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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3 w. ago China’s Cooperation With The International Atomic Energy Agency: New Developments For Global South Countries

On April 9, 2025, China’s National Atomic Energy Agency signed the “Framework for Technical Cooperation National Programs” and “Practical Arrangements for Cooperation in Education and Training in the Field of Safe and Peaceful Use of Nuclear Technology” with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Beijing. This cooperation marks a new phase in China’s collaboration […]

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3 w. ago Substandard CNG Kits Flooding Nigerian Markets, Says Northern Group

The Arewa Unity Forum (AUF) has expressed concern over an influx of substandard Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) kits and cylinders into the Nigerian market. The national chairman of AUF, Nasiru Umar, said that while the nation has embraced a cleaner and more sustainable energy future, safety and quality standards mustn’t be compromised. He added that […]

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3 w. ago Governors sign MoU with China to boost energy security, efficiency at subnational levels

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In a move to enhance state-level energy planning, Nigerian governors have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with China’s Energy China. The agreement aims to strengthen sub-national energy governance, fostering energy security, efficiency, and economic development across states. Governor of Gombe State, Inuwa Yahaya, who chairs the Northern Governors’ Forum, stressed […] The post Governors sign MoU with China to boost energy security, efficiency at subnational levels appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Niger Republic dumps French, adopts Hausa as national language

By Seyi Babalola The Niger military administration has formally declared Hausa the country’s new national language, a departure from its colonial past in which French played a prominent role. The move was announced in a new charter issued on March 31 and published in a special edition of the government’s official newspaper. According to the […] The post Niger Republic dumps French, adopts Hausa as national language appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1

Tolulope Longe, the national president of Women in Energy, Oil and Gas (WEOG) has been announced as the chairperson for read more Tolulope Longe to chair 2025 bullion lecture on Nigeria’s $1-trillion energy vision

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