NLC demands overhaul of Nigeria’s ‘failing’ energy sector model
Nigeria Labour Congress has called for a fundamental shake-up of Nigeria’s energy sector, saying the country’s current energy model has failed to…
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Global energy shift would require over $1trn, UNCTAD warns
The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development has said the global transition to renewable energy will require more than $1 trillion…
FG harps on energy solutions for Nigeria’s economic advancement
The Federal Government has emphasised that tackling Nigeria’s persistent energy supply challenges is essential to achieving long-term, sustainable national prosperity. Permanent Secretary…
Regulatory collaboration key to Nigeria’s energy transformation — OTL
Nigeria’s energy transformation has been hinged on regulatory collaboration, according to Mr. Tunji Oyebanji, Chairman of the Advisory Board for the OTL…
Global Energy Alliance commits $16m to enhance Africa’s energy access
The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet has committed $16 million to enhance energy access and promote the deployment of clean…
Renewable energy jobs hit 16.2m, study reveals
A new report has revealed a remarkable surge in jobs within the renewable energy sector, reaching 16.2 million in 2023—the highest annual…
FG lauds Savannah Energy for investment in Nigeria’s energy sector
The federal government has commended Savannah Energy, a British independent energy company, for its significant investment in Nigeria’s energy sector. During a…
Egypt, Ghana, others rival Nigeria’s bid for $5bn Energy Bank
African oil-producing countries are on the brink of deciding the fate of the continent’s first energy bank, initially backed with $5 billion.…
Optimera Energy establishes gas facilities in Lagos Free Zone
Optimera Energy LFZ Enterprise has begun development of infrastructure at the Lagos Free Zone to supply natural gas to zone businesses. According…
Chinese, Nigerian energy firms sign $1bn gas flaring deal
A Nigerian energy corporation, NIGUS International, has entered into a $1 billion agreement with Beijing Zhogmin Xinjunlong New Energy Technology corporation Ltd., a Chinese…
Italy ready to invest in Africa’s energy sector – Eni
The CEO of massive global energy company Eni, Claudio Descalzi, has stated that Italy is prepared to invest in Africa. According to…
Clean energy: Nigeria, others to get UK’s £40m grant
Bisola David A UK-based initiative, The Energy Catalyst, has awarded over £40 million in grant funding to various pioneering projects in countries such as…