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Why Power System Frequency Fluctuates

23 January, 2026 at 10:00

Power system frequency fluctuates primarily due to a momentary imbalance between electricity generation (supply) and demand (load). When demand exceeds generation, generators slow down, causing a frequency decrease; when generation exceeds demand, they speed up, causing a frequency increase. Small fluctuations are normal and happen every second as devices switch on and off, but bigger, sudden changes can be risky and even lead to blackouts.

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How to become a Third-party Collection Service Provider for Nigeria Electricity Distribution Companies a Third-party Collection Service Provider for Nigeria Electricity Distribution ompanies

12 December, 2025 at 10:00

In Nigeria’s electricity sector, third party Collection Service Providers (CSPs) are independent companies that help electricity distribution companies (DisCos) collect payments from customers. They operate under the authority of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and are guided by the 2025 Guidelines on Registration and Engagement of Third‑Party Collection Service Providers.

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Geographical Spread of Nigeria Distribution Companies

10 December, 2025 at 10:00

Nigeria’s electricity supply system was originally divided into 11 Distribution Companies (DisCos) under the Electric Power Sector Reform Act of 2005. Each company was assigned responsibility for specific states and regions across the country. With the introduction of the Ele2ricity Act of 2023, both private companies and state governments are now permitted to participate in electricity distribution.

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NBET’s Outline of the Key Parts of a Power Purchase Agreement

7 December, 2025 at 09:00

The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) is Nigeria’s bulk electricity trader whose roles were listed in Electric Power Sector Reform Act of 2005 (Sections 25 and 68) and renewed in the electricity Act, 2023, sections 6f and 7(2)d. The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) Plc. is the manager and administrator of the electricity pool (‘The Pool’) in the Nigerian electricity supply industry (NESI).

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Common Types of Power Purchase Agreement

29 November, 2025 at 10:00

A power purchase agreement (PPA) is a long-term contract between an electricity generator and a buyer for the sale of electricity, typically from renewable sources like solar or wind. These agreements provide financial stability by locking in a price for a fixed period, which helps both the project developer secure financing and the buyer hedge against volatile market prices.

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How the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) Buys Power: From Procurement Exercise to Power Purchase Agreement

22 November, 2025 at 10:00

Thinking of investing in Nigeria’s Electricity Supply Industry (NESI)? It is important to understand the procedures that guide the process. Before any power purchase agreement is signed, Nigeria’s electricity procurement journey goes through five essential steps.

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The Place of the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc in the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry

18 November, 2025 at 10:00

The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc (NBET) is Nigeria’s bulk electricity trader whose roles were listed in Electric Power Sector Reform Act of 2005 (Sections 25 and 68) and renewed in the electricity Act, 2023, sections 6f and 7(2)d. The Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) Plc. is the manager and administrator of the electricity pool (‘The Pool’) in the Nigerian electricity supply industry (NESI).

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Understanding Service-Based Tariff (SBT)

11 November, 2025 at 09:00

In Nigeria’s electricity sector, the Service-Based Tariff (SBT) is a pricing system introduced in 2020 by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). Under this system, customers are charged based on how many hours of electricity they receive each day.

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The Electricity Distribution Companies (Discos)
Public Notice: Expression Of Interest (EOI) For Prequalification for the Procurement and Installation of Smart Grid Meters and Advanced Metering Infrastructure for Telemetry System

28 October, 2025 at 08:00

Invitation to interested and qualified parties to take part in the prequalification process for an the procurement and installation of Smart Grid Meters and Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) for a Telemetry System.

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What to know about The Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) Tranche B – from Eko Electricity Distribution Company

24 October, 2025 at 10:00

Meter Acquisition Fund (MAF) – Tranche B is a Nigerian government initiative, overseen by the Nigerian Electricity Regulation Commission (NERC). It aimed at helping more people get free prepaid electricity meters.

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Risk of Violating Electricity Transmission Lines Right -of- Way

24 October, 2025 at 10:00

In Nigeria, power transmission lines require a clear and safe buffer zone around them, known as the right-of-way (RoW). This space is legally protected to prevent accidents and ensure the smooth operation of the national electricity grid.

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Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission: Expression Of Interest (EOI) For The Engagement Of A Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO)

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The Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo A. Adelabu OFR, FCA, FCIB, commissioning NAPTIN’s block of five modern training workshops and a 104-room hostel complex

11 September, 2025 at 10:00

The Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo A. Adelabu, has commissioned five modern training workshops and a 104-room hostel at the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) in Abuja.

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Transfer of Regulatory Oversight of the Electricity Market in Bayelsa State to BYERA

25 August, 2025 at 10:00

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has decided that the Bayelsa State Electricity Regulatory Agency (BYERA) will now be in charge of managing and supervising the electricity market in Bayelsa State instead of NERC.

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