NERC Orders Private Substations to Get Transmission Permits Within 45 Days
NERC mandates private transmission substations connected to Nigeria's national grid to obtain Independent Electricity Transmission Network Operator (IETNO) Permits within 45 days, effective March 9, 2026. The order strengthens regulatory oversight following frequent grid instability. Operators must submit monthly operational reports and comply with NISO inspections deploying IoT metering systems at interconnection points within 120 days. The directive aims to enhance grid reliability, safety, and compliance with industry standards.