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Enugu State (EERC /ESEA) Partner with GIZ-NESP to Advance Rural Electrification with REDSEM Grant Agreement Signing.

Jun 11, 2026

Enugu State (EERC /ESEA) Partner with GIZ-NESP to Advance Rural Electrification with REDSEM Grant Agreement Signing.

On 10 June 2026, Enugu State signed grant agreements for the REDSEM Project at Hotel Presidential by Amber. Supported by NESP, the EU, GIZ Nigeria & ECOWAS, and GoPA INTEC, solar mini‑grids will be deployed in Okpatu, Ijekpe, Awgu‑Nta, and Ugbawka, powering homes, schools, farms, and businesses. Stakeholders pledged collaboration to deliver reliable, affordable energy.

WACEE Trade Fair & Conference 2026: Web & Social Media Update

Apr 09, 2026

WACEE Trade Fair & Conference 2026: Web & Social Media Update

During a GIZ-hosted Q&A session at the recently concluded West African Clean Energy & Environment Trade Fair & Conference (WACEE 2026), Dr. Chuka Akunne, representing the Chairman of the Enugu State Electricity

EERC Drives Reform as MainPower Launches Quick Response Service

Mar 30, 2026

EERC Drives Reform as MainPower Launches Quick Response Service

On March 23, 2026, Mainpower Electricity Distribution Commission launched the Landmark Quick Response Service (QRS) at their Okpara Avenue, Enugu, Head Office. Representing EERC NG Chairman, the Commissioner of Organizational Support, Dr. Chuka Akunne, officially cut the ribbon to unveil this transformative initiative.

Historic Milestone for the Enugu State Electricity Market

Mar 06, 2026

Historic Milestone for the Enugu State Electricity Market

The Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission EERC NG has granted a 20-year electricity distribution licence to MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited. This landmark decision marks the first electricity distribution licence issued under Enugu State’s electricity regulatory framework and formally establishes MainPower as the licensed electricity distributor in the state.

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Devolution in Electricity Regulation
May 10, 2024 • 133 views • 0 comments

Devolution in Electricity Regulation

In a historic move, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) recently gave fillip to the long agitation for the decentralisation of the power sector. From last Wednesday, the regulatory oversight of the Enugu electricity market has been transferred to the state government vide the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC).

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