Nigeria Launches Renewed Hope Solarization Project

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, Director General/CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), unveiled the Renewed Hope Solarization Project during a press briefing in Abuja. This initiative will deliver 2 megawatts of clean, renewable energy to each of the 37 federal universities across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), ensuring sustainable and reliable power for academic institutions . . . Read More

Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) Supports the Presidency’s ₦10 Billion Solar Power Project

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) supports the Presidency’s ₦10 billion solar power project—a crucial step toward Nigeria’s sustainable energy future. Speaking at the ECN Headquarters in Abuja on Friday, the ECN addressed public concerns and highlighted the project’s role in promoting sustainability , self-reliance, and universal energy access, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s vision to reform Nigeria’s power sector. This initiative tackles . . . Read More

Nigeria Signs Landmark MoU with China Energy to Boost Renewable Energy and Power Sector Reform

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) today, April 10, 2025 hosted a historic signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with China Energy Engineering Corporation Ltd (Energy China) and the Nigerian Governors’ Forum. The landmark agreement signifies a bold step forward in addressing Nigeria’s long-standing energy challenges through strategic partnerships and innovation-driven solutions . . . Read More

Nigeria Secures ISCC Certification for APPL Hydropolis Project, Strengthening Green Energy Transition

Nigeria has achieved a major milestone in its sustainability drive as the Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) Joined the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology to successfully facilitate the certification of the APPL Hydropolis Project under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC). The certification, issued by Baltic Control Certification Denmark, confirms compliance with . . . Read More

ECN Commissions Hybrid Electric Vehicle Charging Station to Advance Clean Energy in Nigeria

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), under the leadership of its Director-General, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, has commissioned a Hybrid Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station at its headquarters in Abuja. The Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, officiated the commissioning, marking a significant milestone in Nigeria’s clean energy transition . . . Read More

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Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi: The Poster Boy of Nigeria’s Renewed Hope Energy Renaissance

The Renaissance was a European cultural movement from the 14th to the 17th century, marked a transformative rebirth in art, politics, and economics. Today, Nigeria is experiencing its own "renaissance," not in culture or art, but in technological innovation and sustainable energy development. At the forefront of this transformative movement is Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, the indefatigable Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN). Guided by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, Dr. Abdullahi has been championing viable . . . Read More

ONE YEAR OF EXCELLENCE IN OFFICE: Greener Energy Trajectory into the Future as Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi Celebrates One Year, Driving Sustainable Energy Solutions and Nigeria's Energy Transition, as Director-General/CEO of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN)

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi’s first year as Director General/CEO Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), has been marked with remarkable achievements and forward-thinking initiatives. Under his leadership, the ECN has made significant strides in advancing energy policies . . . Read More

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi Resumes As DG/CEO, ECN

Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi assumed office as the 4th Director General of Energy Commission of Nigeria on Tuesday 24th October 2023. In his maiden address, the energy expert who has over a decade of experience from the Nigeria Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) with a significant background in the Energy and Space Technology sectors enumerated his vision for the Commission to include, assisting in the actualization of the Energy Transition Plan and that of the Research and Development funding . . . Read More

Addendum: Postponement of Technical Bid Opening for Categories “A” (Works) and “B” (Goods)

The Energy Commission of Nigeria wishes to inform prospective bidders and the general public that the Technical Bid Opening for Category A (Works) and Category B (Goods) of its 2023 Capital and Zonal Intervention Projects earlier scheduled for Tuesday, August 08, 2023 at 10am has been postponed to Tuesday, August 15, 2023 due to unforeseen circumstances.

In view of the above, the new deadline for bid submission for Category A (Works) and Category B (Goods) will now be on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 by 10am and the technical bid opening for the said Categories (“A” and “B”) will hold immediately at the Commission’s premises, Plot 701c Central Business District, Abuja.

The Commission regrets any inconvenience the shift in date may have caused you.

Thank you.

Signed
Management
August 03, 2023

Procurement Advertisement (Tenders) For Works, Goods and Services - 2023 Capital Projects

The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) is the Government organ with the statutory mandate for the Strategic planning and Co-ordination of National Policies in the field of Energy in all its ramifications to ensure adequate, reliable, cost-effective and sustainable energy supply for nation’s economic and socio-political development. In compliance with the Public Procurement Act 2007, the Commission wishes to undertake the procurement of Works, Goods and Services under the 2023 capital projects.

Competent and Experience contractors/consultants are invited to apply for the Technical and Financial bids, and Expression of Interest (EOI) of the various projects of the Commission for the 2023 fiscal year.

See the details here