Energy
15 Feb
Nigeria’s electricity pricing has remained contentious over the years, as some stakeholders argue that the current pricing model does not effectively cover the costs of generation, transmission, and distribution.
14 Feb
Nigeria is facing a persistent electricity generation crisis as the grid remained below 3,500 megawatts despite an installed capacity of 13,000 megawatts.
14 Feb
The projected divestment of the onshore assets of Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) has been met with fresh resistance from Ijaw women as stakeholders in the oil and gas sector seek leeway. Coming under the Coalition of Ijaw Women Voices, the women warned prospective investors planning to buy against buying “agitation and resistance of the…
14 Feb
The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) and the Nigeria Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) have launched a new forum office in Yobe to address challenges facing consumers.
9 Feb
The National Assembly is currently considering a bill to establish a special-purpose vehicle at the national level, limiting the influence of certain entities. This move aims to create a more open environment for private companies, encouraging widespread participation and investment.
9 Feb
The Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) is seeking the support of the National Assembly to address inherent challenges bedeviling the oil and gas sector in the country.
7 Feb
The National Assembly is currently considering a bill to establish a special-purpose vehicle at the national level, limiting the influence of certain entities. This move aims to create a more open environment for private companies,
7 Feb
The Nigerian Association of Petroleum Explorationists (NAPE) is seeking the support of the National Assembly to address inherent challenges bedeviling the oil and gas sector in the country.
4 Feb
Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) has concluded plans to supply gas to Dangote Fertiliser and Petrochemical Plant in Lekki for 10 years. The final investment decision involves SPDC and its joint venture partners - Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, TotalEnergies EP Nigeria Limited, and Nigerian Agip Oil Company. "This investment decision is…
31 Jan
The global petroleum products market is changing faster than expected as more refineries are shutting down on the backdrop of the push for global warming and energy transition.
31 Jan
The Climate Board (TCB) and the Voluntary Carbon Markets Integrity Initiative (VCMI) have released a comprehensive report shedding light on corporate attitudes toward the voluntary carbon market.
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