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In July 2024, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (the "Commission") released an exposure draft of amendments to the Commission's Decommissioning...

The lower baseline NBET remittance level for Discos is a sustainable way to provide financing to Discos to implement part of their loss reduction program.

The power generation mix for the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry is dominated by gas with over 70% share of on-grid electricity generation, with hydro supplying the rest

As Nigeria currently experiences a wave of divestments by international oil companies (IOCs), an increased attention is being directed towards the decommissioning of ageing infrastructure.

Nigeria's oil and gas sector faces significant regulatory updates with the introduction of the Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations 2026. What are the key changes that operators and stakeholders need to understand to ensure compliance with these new requirements? This analysis examines the notable regulatory shifts that will impact decommissioning obligations and abandonment procedures in the Nigerian energy industry.

Axiomatically, some countries with humongous levels of energy resources are bedevilled with an excruciating level of poverty, energy deficit problems, deteriorating environment...

Pursuant to the Electricity Act, 2023 (the "EA") , the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (the "NERC" or "Commission") issued an order dated 30 April 2024 titled – Order on the Establishment...

The renewable power industry has seen some new investments since the beginning of 2021.

The Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR) released guidelines for the establishment and operation of downstream gas facilities across the country.

The recognition that the national grid alone cannot solve the electricity supply needs of the entire country has continued to drive the reforms in the Nigeria electric power sector. With the amendment of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) and the enactment of the Electricity Act 2023, all barriers to decentralisation of electricity supply was removed.

Green taxation is reshaping the tax landscape, and its impact is remarkable. This article delves into the recent trends driving change in tax administration.

Countries around the world are undergoing an energy transition in a bid to combat climate change and achieve net zero carbon emission targets.

In global shipping, power is often measured in fleets, ports, and cargo volume.

The Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 was enacted as a landmark reform to regulate Nigeria's oil and gas sector.

At the most recent edition of the Africa Energy Market Place ("AEMP") which took place on Thursday and Friday, the 16th and 17th of May, 2024...

Dangote Refinery Operations: The world's largest single-train refinery commenced operations, refining diesel, aviation fuel, and Euro-5 petrol for domestic and export markets.

Nigeria has achieved a historic breakthrough in regional energy integration, following the successful synchronisation of its national electricity grid with the West African Power Pool...

On November 11, 2025, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission ("NUPRC" or the "Commission") announced that Nigeria's Oil Licensing Round will commence on December 1, 2025.