Nigeria’s power sector operates through a complex network of key players responsible for electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.
The sector underwent a significant transformation in 2013 when the government privatized power generation and distribution companies while retaining control of transmission.
Understanding the major stakeholders in the industry, from power-generating companies (GenCos) to transmission and distribution companies (DisCos), alongside regulatory bodies provides insight into the sector’s structure and the factors shaping electricity supply in Nigeria.