Power generation, renewable energy, oil and gas, and energy policy.
Nigeria's state oil company raised petrol prices to N960/litre while Dangote Refinery lifted diesel to N1,050/litre, as Middle East geopolitical tensions push global crude benchmarks higher and disrupt energy markets.
Nigeria's electricity sector confronts dual crises as workers activate strike action while 5.2 million customers lack meters, with metering rates at just 57.27% despite December distribution efforts.
Federal Government launches implementation of Executive Order 09, mandating direct contractor payments into Federation Account with transition period for compliance.
Federal government establishes steering committee for National Gas Infrastructure Command Centre while defending new direct remittance policy for oil and gas revenues under Executive Order 9.
Mozambique positions itself as Africa's emerging LNG export hub while South Africa's independent power producers face grid access barriers despite regulatory approvals, highlighting divergent energy transition pathways in southern Africa.
US-Iran hostilities have triggered shipping suspensions through the Strait of Hormuz and Suez Canal, pushing crude prices above $80/barrel with analysts warning of $100 oil if disruptions persist.
US-Israeli strikes on Iran have pushed Brent crude above $72 per barrel, raising concerns that Nigeria's fuel prices could climb further as Middle East tensions disrupt global oil markets.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced planned 10-hour daily outages in Edo State for March to facilitate critical infrastructure maintenance, while the Power Minister criticizes distribution companies over inadequate meter deployment threatening revenue collection.
US-Israeli military action against Iran could push Nigerian Bonny Light crude above $80 per barrel, with analysts warning of significant disruptions to global oil supply chains and energy security across African markets.
NUPRC oversees TotalEnergies-Aradel oilfield handover while AMNI International commences Okoro Field drilling operations, as President Tinubu issues executive order to restore constitutional order in petroleum revenue administration.
AMNI International's Okoro Field drilling rig arrival underscores indigenous operator capacity as President Tinubu signals comprehensive Petroleum Industry Act review and OPEC+ weighs production increases amid Middle East tensions.
The Rural Electrification Agency plans to deploy N170 billion across 500 electrification projects and N100 billion for hybrid mini-grids targeting government facilities, marking a substantial push to address Nigeria's energy access deficit in underserved areas.
Major infrastructure investments by Aramco and Nigerian pipeline developers aim to address critical gas supply shortfalls, as thermal power generation operates at 43% of required fuel volumes.
US commercial crude stocks climbed to 435.8 million barrels while major producers including Occidental and EOG Resources adjust capital expenditure strategies, signaling cautious optimism despite ongoing US-Iran diplomatic tensions.
Federal government attributes widespread power cuts to gas supply shortfalls affecting thermal generation capacity, as industry experts demand comprehensive reforms and infrastructure investment to unlock the country's 209 trillion cubic feet gas reserves.
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