Gombe State has established a State Electricity Regulatory Commission to manage its electricity sector.
On January 13, 2026, Gombe State announced the creation of its State Electricity Regulatory Commission. This body aims to regulate electricity distribution and supply within the state. The development marks a step toward localized power management in Nigeria's northeastern region. No further details on the commission's leadership or immediate operations were provided in initial reports.
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President Bola Tinubu inaugurated a 60-megawatt gas-fired power plant in Elebele, Ogbia Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, and assured Nigerians of efforts to ease economic hardships amid high fuel prices. He compared Nigeria's situation favorably to Kenya and other African countries during a civic reception in Yenagoa.
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority has launched a public consultation on new electricity tariffs covering 2026 to 2029. The process follows recent bill increases and widespread complaints from households and businesses.
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The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has called for greater regional collaboration among African countries to lower electricity costs and enhance energy security. Acting Director General Joseph Oketch spoke at the 7th Annual EPRA Research and Innovation Conference 2026 in Nairobi on April 21. He described current energy challenges as an opportunity for cross-border cooperation.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria restored one of two affected lines after a morning grid disturbance cut power to Lagos and surrounding areas on Thursday.