The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced the commemoration of its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of regulatory oversight and policy leadership in Nigeria’s electricity supply industry. Since its establishment on 31 October 2005 under the Electric Power Sector…
Mainpower Petitions EERC to Suspend Tariff Reduction Order
Against the tariff reduction order by the Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC), Mainpower Electricity Distribution Company (MEDL) has filed a formal petition before the Commission challenging the order. The petition, dated 14th August, 2025, seeks an immediate suspension of the…
Enugu Band A Tariff Cut Sparks Power Sector Debt Concerns: Gencos Warn of Mounting Crisis
As Nigeria navigates the complex transition towards a more decentralized electricity market, a fresh storm is brewing in the nation’s power sector. The Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) has raised alarm over a recent tariff reduction announced by the…
From Access to Impact: REA Set to Unlock Ondo’s Renewable Energy Potential for Economic Transformation and Socioeconomic Inclusion
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in collaboration with the Ondo State Government, has announced the hosting of a REA–Ondo State Strategic Roundtable on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, in Abuja. Themed “From Access to Impact: Unlocking Ondo’s Renewable Energy Potential for…
EKEDC installs 10,000+ Meters in Ijora District, Distributes 1,000 Free Units MAF tranche A
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has announced the installation of over 10,000 meters in the Ijora District, with more than 1,000 free prepaid meters distributed under Tranche A of the Meter Asset Financing (MAF) scheme, which targeted Band A…
₦20 Million Fine, Zero Tolerance: Lagos Electricity Regulator Cracks Down on Unlicensed Operators
LASERC ends transition period, asserts regulatory authority with binding Order and strict penalties to sanitize electricity operations across Lagos State. The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has officially declared the start of full regulatory enforcement over electricity operations in…
NERC: Abuja Electricity Disco Fined N1.69BN For “Crazy Billing” Practices
THE Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has imposed a fine of N1.69 billion on Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) for “crazy billing” practices. This regulatory action aims to protect consumers from unfair billing practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.…
NERC Introduces N2.17/kWh Tariff Levy to Fund Transmission Infrastructure Projects
In a bold initiative to boost Nigeria’s electricity transmission capacity, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has announced the creation of a Transmission Infrastructure Fund (TIF), to be financed through a new tariff levy of N2.17 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of…
NERC Directs DisCos to Publish Details of Meter Purchase Refunds to Customers
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has directed all electricity distribution companies (DisCos) to publish refunds made to customers who purchased meters under the meter asset providers (MAP) scheme. The directive, published on its social media handles on Monday, was…
NERC Goes Tough on Electricity Theft, Places Fines on Metering By-Pass
In a bid to curb electricity theft, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced fines for meter tampering and by-pass, effective January 22, 2025. This move aims to reduce unauthorized access to electricity and promote compliance among customers ¹.…