West Africa: Energy

Jan 14

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is asking for support from authorities in Lagos to help protect its power infrastructure from vandalism and theft. At the same time, a significant amount of fuel and other goods is arriving in the city's port, with 24 ships currently unloading petroleum products and other items.

Jan 23

Vice President Shettima says the new Dangote Refinery is expected to transform Nigeria from a fuel importer into a net exporter of refined petroleum products. Meanwhile, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria has rejected plans to import fuel, and the Dangote Refinery has denied claims that it is experiencing supply disruptions.