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This section provides an overview of the regulations, laws, policies, and development funding related to Just Energy Transitions in Nigeria from 2010 to present. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the country's efforts towards transitioning to a sustainable energy system, including mitigation and adaptation to climate change.

Regulations

1 / Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 Comprehensive law reforming Nigeria's oil and gas industry, emphasizing regulatory clarity and environmental sustainability.

2 / Electricity Act 2023 Empowers the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to oversee the implementation of renewable energy policies and ensure energy transition.

3 / NIGERIAN UPSTREAM PETROLEUM REGULATORY COMISSION (NUPRC) Guide 0024 - 2022 GUIDELINES FOR MANAGEMENT OF FUGITIVE METHANE AND GREENHOUSE GASES EMISSIONS IN THE UPSTREAM OIL AND GAS reduction in methane emissions in the oil and gas sector, focusing on leak detection, high-efficiency flares, and zero-emissions equipment.

4 / Upstream Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations 2023 Ensures decommissioning and abandonment activities in the oil sector meet international standards and environmental guidelines.

5 / NERC Regulations for Independent Electricity Distribution Networks (IEDN) - 2012 This regulation provides guidelines for the issuance of distribution licenses to operators independent of the national grid, aimed at improving electricity distribution in areas not served by the main distribution companies.

6 / NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER REGULATIONS 2024 This regulation allows eligible consumers to buy power directly from generation companies, bypassing distribution companies, thus promoting competition and increasing power supply to underserved customers.

7 / Nigeria Power Guide regulatory framework -This section discusses the structure of the Nigerian power sector. It introduces the power sector and its current framework covering matters such as the regulatory framework, industry participants in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI), electricity trading and payment structure in the NESI as well as the market stages of the NESI.

8 / Regulations for Investment in Electricity Networks - 2015 This regulation was introduced to incentivize investments in Nigeria’s electricity transmission and distribution networks, focusing on capacity expansion and ensuring consumer protection.

9 / NERC Regulation for Mini-Grids - 2023 This regulation outlines the procedures for licensing and operating mini-grids, particularly in underserved or off-grid areas, to expand electricity access across Nigeria.

10 / Electricity (Amendment) Act - 2024 The 2024 Amendment Act brought significant changes to the regulatory framework, including strengthening the community development aspect within the energy sector and addressing emerging challenges in Nigeria’s power industry.

11 / Upstream Petroleum Measurement Regulations These regulations were implemented to curb oil theft by improving transparency and accuracy in measuring the production and movement of hydrocarbons. They are part of efforts under the PIA to align with international best practices.

Policies

1 / Climate Change Act 2021 Establishes a framework for achieving low greenhouse gas emissions, inclusive of climate-resilient development in Nigeria, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

2 / National Gas Policy (2017) This policy provides a framework for transitioning Nigeria from an oil-based to a gas-based economy. It promotes domestic gas utilization, infrastructure development, and market-based pricing.

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Regulations

1 / Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 Comprehensive law reforming Nigeria's oil and gas industry, emphasizing regulatory clarity and environmental sustainability.

2 / Electricity Act 2023 Empowers the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to oversee the implementation of renewable energy policies and ensure energy transition.

4 / Upstream Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations 2023 Ensures decommissioning and abandonment activities in the oil sector meet international standards and environmental guidelines.

6 / NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER REGULATIONS 2024 This regulation allows eligible consumers to buy power directly from generation companies, bypassing distribution companies, thus promoting competition and increasing power supply to underserved customers.

8 / Regulations for Investment in Electricity Networks - 2015 This regulation was introduced to incentivize investments in Nigeria’s electricity transmission and distribution networks, focusing on capacity expansion and ensuring consumer protection.

9 / NERC Regulation for Mini-Grids - 2023 This regulation outlines the procedures for licensing and operating mini-grids, particularly in underserved or off-grid areas, to expand electricity access across Nigeria.

10 / Electricity (Amendment) Act - 2024 The 2024 Amendment Act brought significant changes to the regulatory framework, including strengthening the community development aspect within the energy sector and addressing emerging challenges in Nigeria’s power industry.

11 / Upstream Petroleum Measurement Regulations These regulations were implemented to curb oil theft by improving transparency and accuracy in measuring the production and movement of hydrocarbons. They are part of efforts under the PIA to align with international best practices.

Policies

1 / Climate Change Act 2021 Establishes a framework for achieving low greenhouse gas emissions, inclusive of climate-resilient development in Nigeria, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

2 / National Gas Policy (2017) This policy provides a framework for transitioning Nigeria from an oil-based to a gas-based economy. It promotes domestic gas utilization, infrastructure development, and market-based pricing.

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Africa Observatory on Just Energy Transition

Nigeria

Nigeria

Regulations

1 / Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021 Comprehensive law reforming Nigeria's oil and gas industry, emphasizing regulatory clarity and environmental sustainability.

2 / ​Electricity Act 2023 Empowers the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to oversee the implementation of renewable energy policies and ensure energy transition.

4 / Upstream Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations 2023 Ensures decommissioning and abandonment activities in the oil sector meet international standards and environmental guidelines.​

6 / NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER REGULATIONS 2024 This regulation allows eligible consumers to buy power directly from generation companies, bypassing distribution companies, thus promoting competition and increasing power supply to underserved customers.​

8 / Regulations for Investment in Electricity Networks - 2015 This regulation was introduced to incentivize investments in Nigeria’s electricity transmission and distribution networks, focusing on capacity expansion and ensuring consumer protection.​​

9 / NERC Regulation for Mini-Grids - 2023 This regulation outlines the procedures for licensing and operating mini-grids, particularly in underserved or off-grid areas, to expand electricity access across Nigeria.​

10 / Electricity (Amendment) Act - 2024 The 2024 Amendment Act brought significant changes to the regulatory framework, including strengthening the community development aspect within the energy sector and addressing emerging challenges in Nigeria’s power industry.

11 / ​Upstream Petroleum Measurement Regulations These regulations were implemented to curb oil theft by improving transparency and accuracy in measuring the production and movement of hydrocarbons. They are part of efforts under the PIA to align with international best practices.

Policies

1 / Climate Change Act 2021 Establishes a framework for achieving low greenhouse gas emissions, inclusive of climate-resilient development in Nigeria, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

2 / ​National Gas Policy (2017) This policy provides a framework for transitioning Nigeria from an oil-based to a gas-based economy. It promotes domestic gas utilization, infrastructure development, and market-based pricing.

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2 / Electricity Act 2023 Empowers the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to oversee the implementation of renewable energy policies and ensure energy transition.

4 / Upstream Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations 2023 Ensures decommissioning and abandonment activities in the oil sector meet international standards and environmental guidelines.

6 / NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY REGULATORY COMMISSION ELIGIBLE CUSTOMER REGULATIONS 2024 This regulation allows eligible consumers to buy power directly from generation companies, bypassing distribution companies, thus promoting competition and increasing power supply to underserved customers.

8 / Regulations for Investment in Electricity Networks - 2015 This regulation was introduced to incentivize investments in Nigeria’s electricity transmission and distribution networks, focusing on capacity expansion and ensuring consumer protection.

9 / NERC Regulation for Mini-Grids - 2023 This regulation outlines the procedures for licensing and operating mini-grids, particularly in underserved or off-grid areas, to expand electricity access across Nigeria.

11 / Upstream Petroleum Measurement Regulations These regulations were implemented to curb oil theft by improving transparency and accuracy in measuring the production and movement of hydrocarbons. They are part of efforts under the PIA to align with international best practices.

2 / National Gas Policy (2017) This policy provides a framework for transitioning Nigeria from an oil-based to a gas-based economy. It promotes domestic gas utilization, infrastructure development, and market-based pricing.