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NERC Intervenes in States-DisCos Tariff Dispute, Ex-Chairman, Others Warn of Power Play

Former Acting Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Dr. Tony Akah, has emphasized the need for the smooth implementation of the 2023 revised Electricity Act. His remarks come amid the ongoing rift between state governments and electricity distribution companies (DisCos)

August 29, 2025

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Cost-reflective Electricity Tariff Versus Solar Energy Cost: The Dilemma Of Nigerian Consumers

Recent pronouncement by the Federal Government about plans to fully adopt cost-reflective electricity tariff across board and the prevailing high cost of procuring solar systems for households as an alternative energy source, put Nigerian electricity consumers in a dilemma, writes Prime Business

May 13, 2025

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TCN Seeks Help As Vandals Destroy 18 Transmission Towers In 5 Days

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has called for support of people, especially in communities hosting electric power installations in efforts to curb the activities of vandals. The call came as over 18 electricity transmission towers were vandalised in five days across

January 20, 2025

Nigerian Govt Spends ₦380bn On Electricity Subsidy In Q2 2024 — NERC

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Electricity Supply To Int’l Customers Shouldn’t Exceed 6% Of Available Grid Generation, NERC Orders GenCos

In its quest to prioritize electricity supply to local customers, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has ordered Generation Companies (GenCos) not to exceed 6 per cent of available power grid generation per hour to international customers or off-takers. The Commission made

May 5, 2024

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DisCos Blame Technical Glitches For Inability To Maintain 20-Hour Power Supply

Several electricity distribution companies, commonly known as DisCos, are facing challenges in providing the mandated 20-hour power supply to customers on Band A feeders. This failure has led to apologies and explanations from DisCos across various regions of Nigeria. The Benin Electricity

April 9, 2024

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Aso Villa, DHQ, CBN, 83 Other MDAs To Face Disconnection Over N47bn Debt

Over 86 government ministries, agencies, and departments (MDAs) are facing disconnection by the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) due to a debt totaling N47 billion. The AEDC issued a public notice highlighting the unpaid bills, warning of imminent disconnection if the debts

February 20, 2024

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FCCPC Urges Nigerians To Report Illegal Billing Practices By Power Distribution Companies

In a bid to ensure fair treatment for electricity consumers, the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has rallied consumers to report any discrepancies in their electricity bills promptly. This call comes in the wake of Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC)

February 13, 2024

News·Power

Stop Buying Electricity Infrastructure, Transformers, Poles – Power Minister Tells Nigerians

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has called on Nigerians to cease purchasing electricity infrastructural facilities, including transformers and poles, emphasizing that it is the sole responsibility of Distribution Companies (DisCos)

January 16, 2024

Geometric's Aba Power Plant Set For Commissioning Monday February 26

Business·News

Power Crisis: NERC Threatens Strict Measures Against DisCos Over Load Rejection

In a bid to address the persistent power failure across Nigeria, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has expressed deep concern over the continuous electricity load rejection by power distribution companies (DisCos). Despite widespread blackouts affecting numerous regions in the country, the

January 7, 2024

News·Politics

FG To Handover Power Distribution To States

In a move to tackle the enduring power shortages across Nigeria, the government is considering handing over power distribution of the 11 power distribution companies (DISCOs) to state governments. Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu revealed this strategy in a tweet last Friday,

December 9, 2023

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NERC Intervenes in States-DisCos Tariff Dispute, Ex-Chairman, Others Warn of Power Play

Cost-reflective Electricity Tariff Versus Solar Energy Cost: The Dilemma Of Nigerian Consumers

TCN Seeks Help As Vandals Destroy 18 Transmission Towers In 5 Days

Electricity Supply To Int’l Customers Shouldn’t Exceed 6% Of Available Grid Generation, NERC Orders GenCos

DisCos Blame Technical Glitches For Inability To Maintain 20-Hour Power Supply

Aso Villa, DHQ, CBN, 83 Other MDAs To Face Disconnection Over N47bn Debt

FCCPC Urges Nigerians To Report Illegal Billing Practices By Power Distribution Companies

Stop Buying Electricity Infrastructure, Transformers, Poles – Power Minister Tells Nigerians

Power Crisis: NERC Threatens Strict Measures Against DisCos Over Load Rejection

FG To Handover Power Distribution To States

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