EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) is a statutory corporate entity established as a key outcome of the Federal Government’s ongoing reforms in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). It was created through the unbundling of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), as prescribed by the Electricity Act, 2023.

Purpose of NISO in BPE Reforms
NISO is central to the BPE’s strategy to restructure and modernise Nigeria’s electricity sector. Its creation supports:
• Transparent and efficient market operations
• Reliable grid management
• Private sector investment
• Compliance with global standards

Core Functions of NISO
• System Operations: Real-time monitoring and control of grid parameters.
• Market Operations: Ensuring fair and transparent electricity trading.
• System Planning: Conducting load flow analysis, fault studies, and future grid planning.
• Grid Code Enforcement: Ensuring all market participants comply with operational standards.
• SCADA/EMS Management: Overseeing the deployment and maintenance of grid automation systems.

Implementation Milestones
• Board Inauguration: March 2025, led by Dr. Adesegun Akin-Olugbade (Chairman) and Engr. Abdu Bello Mohammed (MD/CEO).
• Executive Directors Appointed:
◦ Systems Operation: Nafisatu Asabe Ali
◦ Systems Planning: Shehu Abba-Aliyu
◦ Market Operations: Dr. Edmund Eje
◦ Finance & Corporate Services: Babajide Ibironke
• Operational Regions: NISO manages 10 regional control centers across Nigeria, including Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Kano.

Future Plans
• Grid Modernisation: Strategic collaboration with the World Bank and TCN-PMU to advance SCADA/EMS projects.
• Market Discipline: Enforcing transparency and professionalism among DisCos, GenCos, and eligible customers.
• International Partnerships: Engaging with AfDB and other stakeholders to strengthen grid stability and reform implementation.