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Nigeria launches Power Force meter installer training

Analysis based on 23 articles · First reported Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Aug 02, 2026

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Attention
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Articles
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The initiative is expected to improve revenue collection for electricity distribution companies by reducing estimated billing, thereby enhancing the financial sustainability of Nigeria's power sector. It also creates employment opportunities for thousands of youths, potentially boosting local content and attracting private investment in the electricity industry.

Electric Utilities Power Generation Employment Services
Event Summary

The Federal Government of Nigeria, under the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI), launched the Power Force programme on July 24, 2026, at the Nigeria — National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) in Abuja. The initiative aims to train 5,000 young Nigerians as certified smart meter installers to accelerate the deployment of over seven million smart meters and bridge the country's metering gap. Nearly 220,000 applications were received for the 5,000 slots. The programme includes three weeks of intensive training, with certification by the Nigeria — Nigeria Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA). President Bola Tinubu, represented by Minister of Power Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, announced plans to expand the programme to 10,000, 15,000, and eventually 500,000 trainees. The initiative is supported by NAPTIN, NEMSA, the Nigeria — Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Nigeria — Bureau of Public Enterprises, the World Bank Group, and other stakeholders. The Steel Manufacturers Association (AMMON) withdrew its court case against the meter deployment programme, removing a major obstacle. The training will be rolled out across all six geopolitical zones.

Key Actions
90 Nigeria launched training programme
80 Bola Tinubu inaugurated training
70 Steel Manufacturers Association withdrew court action
70 Bola Tinubu announced expansion
60 Olu Arowolo-Verheijen disclosed deployment
50 Nigeria unveiled first cohort
40 Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe commended Association of Meter Asset Providers of Nigeria
Entities Involved
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Nigeria
As the host country, Nigeria benefits from improved electricity metering, which is expected to enhance revenue collection and sector liquidity, while also creating jobs for its youth.
Importance 100.0 Sentiment 40.0
per
Bola Tinubu
President Tinubu is the initiator of the Presidential Metering Initiative and the Power Force programme, which bolsters his administration's reform agenda and commitment to job creation.
Importance 90.0 Sentiment 50.0
per
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe
As Minister of Power, Tegbe is a key driver of the initiative, emphasizing its role in addressing the metering gap and liquidity crisis in the power sector.
Importance 85.0 Sentiment 45.0
per
Olu Arowolo-Verheijen
As Executive Secretary of the PMI, Verheijen oversees the programme and highlighted the overwhelming response from applicants, reinforcing the initiative's potential.
Importance 80.0 Sentiment 45.0
govactor
Nigeria — National Power Training Institute of Nigeria
NAPTIN provides the training infrastructure and curriculum for the Power Force programme, playing a key role in developing skilled technicians.
Importance 70.0 Sentiment 40.0
govactor
Nigeria — Nigeria Electricity Management Services Agency
NEMSA certifies the trained installers, ensuring they meet safety and competence standards, which is crucial for the credibility of the programme.
Importance 65.0 Sentiment 40.0
per
AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
As Chairman of the PMI Board and Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrazaq supports the initiative and urges state governments to expand it, enhancing its reach.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 35.0
ngo
Steel Manufacturers Association
AMMON's withdrawal of its court case removes a legal obstacle to meter deployment, facilitating the programme's progress.
Importance 60.0 Sentiment 40.0
per
Ahmed Bolaji Nagode
As Managing Director of NAPTIN, Nagode oversees the training curriculum, ensuring it meets national and international standards.
Importance 55.0 Sentiment 35.0
govactor
Nigeria — Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
NERC approves the training curriculum and regulates the electricity sector, supporting the initiative's alignment with regulatory standards.
Importance 55.0 Sentiment 35.0
per
Ayodele Olawande
As Minister of Youth Development, Olawande aligns the initiative with the 'One Youth, Two Skills' programme, promoting youth employment.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 35.0
alliance
World Bank Group
The World Bank Group is a partner in the PMI, providing financial and technical support to accelerate Nigeria's electricity sector reforms.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 40.0
ngo
Association of Meter Asset Providers of Nigeria
Withdrew its lawsuit, removing an obstacle to meter deployment and enabling the programme to proceed.
Importance 50.0 Sentiment 20.0
per
Olusegun Adesayo
As Managing Director of NEMSA, Michael is responsible for certifying the trained installers, ensuring safety and competence.
Importance 45.0 Sentiment 30.0
priv
PMI Smart Grid Development Limited
This entity was created to speed up metering gap reduction, and its establishment is part of the PMI's implementation strategy.
Importance 45.0 Sentiment 35.0
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Relationships
Nigeria related ↔ Bola Tinubu
Nigeria related ↔ Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe
Nigeria related ↔ Olu Arowolo-Verheijen
Nigeria related ↔ AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
Nigeria related ↔ Steel Manufacturers Association
Nigeria related ↔ Nigeria — Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
Bola Tinubu related ↔ Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe
Bola Tinubu related ↔ Olu Arowolo-Verheijen
Bola Tinubu related ↔ AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
Bola Tinubu related ↔ Steel Manufacturers Association
Bola Tinubu related ↔ Nigeria — Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe related ↔ Olu Arowolo-Verheijen
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe related ↔ AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq
Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe related ↔ Nigeria — Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission
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