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2024 review: Tariff hike, grid collapses, other major spoilers in Nigeria’s power sector

Nigeria’s power sector has continued to face challenges, eleven years after privatisation in November 2013. The last 12 months in the Nigerian electricity supply sector witnessed three key spoilers, including at least twelve national grid collapses, over 200 percent electricity tariffs, vandalisation of Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, facilities, and other challenges. Also, electricity generation
2024 review: Tariff hike, grid collapses, other major spoilers in Nigeria’s power sector

Nigeria’s power sector has continued to face challenges, eleven years after privatisation in November 2013.

The last 12 months in the Nigerian electricity supply sector witnessed three key spoilers, including at least twelve national grid collapses, over 200 percent electricity tariffs, vandalisation of Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, facilities, and other challenges.

Also, electricity generation remained below 5000 megawatts for over 200 million people, the same figure for years.

DAILY POST, in this report, reviews the key issues that shaped Nigeria’s power sector in 2024.

In April 2024, Nigerians woke to over 200 percent electricity hikes for customers described as Band A, expected to have at least 20 hours of power supply. The increase resulted in customers paying N225 per kilowatt-hour, up from N66. The hike was greeted faced with opposition, but the decision was not rescinded.

The development further impacted households grappling with high inflation, while revenue rose for the 11 electricity distribution companies.

This comes as Nigeria failed to meet its self-imposed 6,000 megawatts electricity generation target.

Recall that Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, had promised to achieve 6000 MW of electricity by the end of December 2024, but that did not come to pass. He recently blamed widespread vandalisation for the unmet promise.

Incessant vandalization of TCN facilities

2024 was a year of alarming rate of vandalisation of critical power infrastructure in Nigeria.

Vandalization of the Transmission Company of Nigeria facilities and other factors resulted in at least 13 national grid collapses, which plunged the nation into darkness at different times in 2024.

Despite calls for by Adelabu and TCN, vandals persisted in creating havoc on Nigerian electricity facilities nationwide, disrupting bulk power supply.

Darkness in 19 States of Northern Nigeria

Worse was the prolonged darkness in 19 Northern states and parts of Rivers and Bayelsa states. The darkness was caused by vandalism, according to TCN.

Power outage in Niger Delta states

Vandalisation of TCN transmission facilities persisted in Rivers and Bayelsa states until it was partly resolved in December.

Vandals destroyed the Ahoada-Yenagoa 132 kilovolt line and stole tower components from the Benin-Egbin and Benin-Omotosho 330 kV transmission lines in November 2024.

Optimism in Nigeria’s Power sector

The aforementioned challenges marred the power sector in 2024. However, the liberalisation of the sector, according to the 2023 Electricity Act, granting oversight functions to states, is the silver lining that emerged in 2024.

DAILY POST reports that the Nigerian National Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has transferred oversight powers to eight states as of December 30, 2024. States such as Ogun, Lagos, Enugu, Kogi, Ondo, Ekiti, Oyo, and Imo have already received regulatory oversight for electricity operations.

This presents a positive outlook for Nigeria’s power sector in 2025.

Meanwhile, the Director of the Centre for the Promotion of Private Enterprise, Muda Yusuf, in his 2025 economic outlook, said the electricity tariff hike will unsettle expectations in the new year.

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Bauchi governor, Bala Mohammed’s stepmother dies at 120

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has announced the death of his stepmother, Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri, at the age of 120. The centenarian, known for her community service, died on January 1, 2025. The Special Adviser to the governor on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, announced her death in a statement released to journalists in
Bauchi governor, Bala Mohammed’s stepmother dies at 120

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has announced the death of his stepmother, Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri, at the age of 120.

The centenarian, known for her community service, died on January 1, 2025.

The Special Adviser to the governor on Media and Publicity, Mukhtar Gidado, announced her death in a statement released to journalists in Bauchi on Wednesday.

“Her passing marks the end of an era defined by selflessness, piety, and unwavering dedication to community service, which she exemplified throughout her long and impactful life,” the statement read.

The funeral prayer (Janazah) is scheduled for 4:00 pm at Dr. Rilwan Adamu Square, Government House, Bauchi.

The governor extended heartfelt condolences to the Duguri family and all who were privileged to know Hajia Hauwa Muhammadu Duguri.

He urged everyone to join him in praying for her soul’s repose and to honor her legacy.

“May Almighty Allah grant her eternal rest in Jannatul Firdaus and bestow strength upon her family to bear this profound loss,” the governor said.

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Governor Umar Namadi mourns mother and son, calls for prayers

Governor Umar Namadi has expressed his acceptance of the recent loss of his mother and elder son, describing it as a divine test that every soul must undergo. The Governor made the remarks at the Government House, Dutse, during a condolence visit by the Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Abubakar Kyari, businessman, Aliko Dangote,
Governor Umar Namadi mourns mother and son, calls for prayers

Governor Umar Namadi has expressed his acceptance of the recent loss of his mother and elder son, describing it as a divine test that every soul must undergo.

The Governor made the remarks at the Government House, Dutse, during a condolence visit by the Minister of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Abubakar Kyari, businessman, Aliko Dangote, Labour Party 2023 Presidential candidate Peter Obi and other dignitaries.

Speaking to the gathering, Governor Namadi said, “We accepted this as a test, and may Allah (SWT) give us the strength to pass the test.”

The visiting dignitaries described the loss as an irreplaceable tragedy and offered their heartfelt prayers for the deceased.

They prayed for Allah (SWT) to grant their souls eternal rest and for Aljanna Firdausi to be their final abode.

The Governor, who has continued to receive messages of sympathy from across the country, thanked the visitors for their support and prayers during this challenging time.

DAILY POST reported that the mother of the Governor Hajiya Maryam Namadi Umar passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, after a brief illness, and his son Abdulwahab Umar Namadi died in a car accident in Kafin Hausa.

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Otti bans collection of PTA fees in Abia public schools

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has stopped all forms of payments in public primary and secondary schools in the state, including Parents-Teachers Association, PTA, levies. This is even as the law mandating all children of school age to be in school every school day has come into effect from January 1, 2025. These were contained
Otti bans collection of PTA fees in Abia public schools

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti has stopped all forms of payments in public primary and secondary schools in the state, including Parents-Teachers Association, PTA, levies.

This is even as the law mandating all children of school age to be in school every school day has come into effect from January 1, 2025.

These were contained in a New Year broadcast the governor made to the Abia people on Wednesday.

According to Otti, ” As soon as the new school term begins later in the month, it will be unlawful to find any child outside the walls of the classroom during school hours.

“We have stopped all forms of payments in the primary and secondary schools, not even PTA levies should be charged any parent or guardian in any public school in the State.”

He disclosed that an imprest account system for the running of schools has been introduced for Headteachers and school Principals to manage the day-to-day operations of their schools, warning that no child should be extorted or denied opportunities to education.

“We shall be strict with enforcement and it will be a grievous mistake to test our will”, Otti warned the public school administrators and teachers

He reiterated that retired workers in the state would always be paid their monthly pensions first before any serving office holder is allowed to receive his or her salary.

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Gombe gov calls for unity, resilience in New Year message 

Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya has stressed the importance of resilience and collective effort in building a state and nation characterised by peace, abundant opportunities and an improved quality of life for all. In his New Year message on Wednesday, the governor called on the people to reflect on the lessons of the past year
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Gombe State Governor, Muhammadu Yahaya has stressed the importance of resilience and collective effort in building a state and nation characterised by peace, abundant opportunities and an improved quality of life for all. In his New Year message on Wednesday, the governor called on the people to reflect on the lessons of the past year

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Three injured in Lagos New Year’s Eve crash

No fewer than three persons sustained varying degrees of injury on Tuesday night, in a collision involving a trailer, a Toyota Camry and a Lexus car on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The Unit Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr William Manga, confirmed the incident in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Badagry. According
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No fewer than three persons sustained varying degrees of injury on Tuesday night, in a collision involving a trailer, a Toyota Camry and a Lexus car on the Lagos-Badagry Expressway. The Unit Commander, Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr William Manga, confirmed the incident in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Badagry. According

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