6 days ago · In compliance with the Act, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) in April 2024 had unbundled the Transmission Company of Nigeria into two entities: the Nigerian Independent System Operator of Nigeria (NISO) and the Transmission Service Provider (TSP), to improve the power sector’s efficiency and grid reliability.

Apr 8, 2025 · Mohammed assured that NISO was committed to enhancing the reliability and stability of the national electricity grid. He said, “Our major role in the power industry is to bring the needed changes in the system that will enhance the availability, reliability, and quality of electricity supply to Nigerians.

Apr 8, 2025 · The Federal Government on Tuesday formally inaugurated the board and management of the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO, marking the official unbundling of the Transmission Company of ...

6 days ago · As part of its mandate, NISO will coordinate the flow of electricity across the grid, ensuring efficient load distribution from generation companies to distribution companies and eligible consumers.

Apr 9, 2025 · NISO, established through the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), as prescribed by the Electricity Act 2003, is responsible for managing market and system operations, including generation scheduling, grid security, and ancillary services, to ensure a reliable and stable electricity grid.

Apr 9, 2025 · The newly inaugurated NISO board is expected to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the management of the national grid. The board’s mandate includes: Ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of the electricity grid. Balancing supply and demand in real-time. Facilitating market transactions and ensuring fair competition.

Apr 9, 2025 · The Federal Government on Tuesday formally inaugurated the board and management of the Nigerian Independent System Operator, NISO, marking the official unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, into two separate entities.

Apr 9, 2025 · Nigerian govt unbundles TCN, inaugurates NISO board management Under the new structure, the TSP will oversee TCN’s physical infrastructure, including transmission towers, power lines, and ...

May 4, 2024 · The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a new Order for the establishment of the Nigerian Independent System Operator Limited (“NISo”) effective from 1 May 2024, to hold and manage all assets and liabilities pertaining to market and system operation on behalf of market participants and consumer groups or such ...

Jul 9, 2024 · In this article, we focus on the recent transformation of TCN into the NISO and the TSP, the potential opportunities the unbundling presents for enhancing operational efficiency and grid reliability and the key things to consider prior to the conclusion of the transfer.