Npower gov ng news today
Here are some news updates from Nigeria's National Power Grid (NPDC) and the Nigerian Government (FGN) for today:
NPDC News
- Power Generation Reaches 3,500MW: The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has announced that the country's power generation has reached 3,500 megawatts (MW), with a peak demand of 7,000 MW. (Source: Vanguard)
- New Power Plants to Boost Capacity: The Federal Government has approved the construction of new power plants to increase the country's power generation capacity. The new plants will be built in various parts of the country, including Lagos, Abuja, and Kano. (Source: ThisDay)
FGN News
- FGN to Invest N1.5 Trillion in Power Sector: The Federal Government has announced plans to invest N1.5 trillion in the power sector over the next three years to improve power supply and reduce the country's reliance on generators. (Source: Punch)
- Minister of Power Calls for Private Sector Investment: The Minister of Power, Engr. Sale Mamman, has called on the private sector to invest in the power sector to help address the country's power challenges. (Source: Leadership)
Other News
- Electricity Tariff Hike: The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced a new electricity tariff hike, which will take effect from February 1, 2023. The new tariff is expected to increase electricity prices by up to 50%. (Source: The Cable)
- Power Outage Hits Lagos: A power outage has hit several parts of Lagos, affecting thousands of residents. The outage was caused by a fault in the transmission line. (Source: PM News)
Please note that these news updates are subject to change and may not be up-to-date. For the latest news and information, I recommend checking reputable news sources or the official websites of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC).