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ENERGY

NERC Releases Q1 2026 Electricity Market Report

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has released its First Quarter 2026 Electricity Market Report, providing stakeholders with a comprehensive overview of developments within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). The report presents data on electricity generation, transmission and distribution performance, market remittances, metering progress, customer complaints and key regulatory activities undertaken during the quarter.

The publication serves as an important performance indicator for electricity distribution companies, generation companies, transmission operators, investors, lenders and project developers interested in understanding current market conditions. It also highlights areas where regulatory interventions continue to shape the development of the electricity sector.

Alongside the report, NERC released the applicable Energy Caps for July 2026, providing further guidance on prevailing market conditions and regulatory pricing parameters.

For market participants, the report offers valuable insights into operational performance, compliance trends and investment considerations while reinforcing the Commission's commitment to transparency within Nigeria's electricity market.

ENERGY

NERC Reviews Electricity Sector Performance at Q2 Stakeholders' Meeting

As part of its ongoing engagement with industry participants, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) convened its second-quarter stakeholders' meeting to assess developments across the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry.

Discussions centred on key operational and regulatory issues including electricity market remittances, transmission network performance, grid stability, customer compensation, metering initiatives and broader sector reforms aimed at improving market efficiency.

The meeting provided regulators, market operators and other stakeholders with an opportunity to evaluate progress made during the quarter while identifying priority areas requiring further regulatory attention.

NERC's continued engagement with industry participants reflects its commitment to promoting accountability, transparency and collaboration across the electricity value chain. The discussions also reinforce ongoing efforts to improve service delivery, strengthen market discipline and enhance the overall sustainability of Nigeria's power sector

AVIATION

NCAA Sanctions Saudi Airlines for Consumer Protection Violations

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has imposed a ₦6 million sanction on Saudi Airlines following findings that the airline breached consumer protection provisions contained in the Nigeria Civil Aviation Regulations 2023. The enforcement action demonstrates the Authority's continued commitment to protecting passenger rights and ensuring that airlines operating within Nigeria comply with established service standards.

According to the NCAA, airlines are expected to comply fully with obligations relating to passenger care, complaint resolution and consumer protection. Regulatory enforcement in this area has become increasingly visible as the Authority seeks to improve service quality across Nigeria's aviation industry.

For airlines and aviation service providers, the sanction serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining effective customer service procedures, operational compliance systems and internal monitoring mechanisms capable of addressing regulatory obligations before enforcement actions become necessary.

NCAA Advances Digital Licensing and Certification Platform

The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has continued the rollout of its Multi-Purpose Licensing and Certification (MPLC) digital platform as part of broader efforts to modernise regulatory administration within Nigeria's aviation sector.

The platform is designed to automate licensing and certification processes for aviation personnel and regulated organisations, replacing several manual procedures with a more efficient digital system. Once fully implemented, the platform is expected to simplify regulatory interactions, improve processing timelines and enhance service delivery across the aviation industry.

The initiative aligns with ongoing efforts to digitise public sector services while strengthening regulatory efficiency and transparency. Airlines, maintenance organisations, aviation professionals and other regulated entities are expected to benefit from faster processing of licensing applications and improved access to regulatory services.

FINTECH & PAYMENTS

CBN's PoS Geo-Fencing Compliance Deadline Nears

The Central Bank of Nigeria's deadline for compliance with its mandatory Point-of-Sale (PoS) geo-fencing requirements is drawing closer, with all affected institutions expected to complete implementation and submit evidence of compliance before enforcement begins on 1 August 2026. The framework requires operators to geo-tag PoS terminals to approved merchant locations and forms part of the CBN's broader strategy to strengthen payment system security and reduce fraud.

The directive applies to Deposit Money Banks, Microfinance Banks, Mobile Money Operators, Payment Terminal Service Providers, Switching Companies, Super Agents and other licensed payment service providers. In extending the enforcement timeline, the CBN also increased the permissible geo-fence radius from 10 metres to 70 metres to accommodate operational realities while maintaining the integrity of the framework. Affected institutions should use the remaining implementation period to resolve outstanding technical issues, ensure that all payment terminals have been properly geo-tagged and maintain appropriate documentation demonstrating compliance. As Nigeria's digital payments ecosystem continues to expand, initiatives such as geo-fencing are expected to play an increasingly important role in strengthening transaction monitoring, reducing fraud and improving confidence in electronic payment systems.