Nigeria: Renewables

Nigeria is going solar at speed. The country imported solar panels worth N242.68 billion in the first half of 2025 alone and added some 803 megawatts of new capacity over the year

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission's Net Billing Regulations 2026 represent a transformative development in Nigeria's distributed renewable energy sector, enabling eligible customers to export...

Since 28 February 2026 when U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, African economies have absorbed a multi-dimensional economic shock from the disruption of energy supply, food systems, export corridors and financial conditions.

Nigeria and South Africa represent two of Africa's most significant energy markets, yet their potential for cross-border energy investment remains largely untapped. This article examines the legal and regulatory frameworks governing energy investments in both jurisdictions, exploring opportunities and challenges in fostering deeper collaboration to create a more integrated and investment-friendly African energy market.

In recent years, Nigeria’s power sector has undergone a significant shift, from a centralized, government run monopoly to a more open and market-driven structure.

Grid electricity supply remained constrained throughout 2025. Despite installed generation capacity in excess of 13,000 MW, according to NERC data, average daily generation remained under 5000 MWh/h in 2025. This significant gap between installed capacity and delivered power continued to be driven by gas supply constraints and transmission bottlenecks.

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...

How can Nigerian businesses start implementing sustainable practices?

As the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) convenes in Belém, Brazil, it presents an opportunity to examine Nigeria's legal and policy measures relevant to clean-energy and climate-aligned activities.