Reps Direct NERC To Halt Electricity Tariff Hike
The House of Representatives has asked the Federal Government to direct the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to halt with immediate effect, the proposed increase in electricity tariff scheduled to take effect from June 2021.
Adopting a motion...
NERC Okays N756bn Investments For 11 Power Firms
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved N756.74 billion Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) for the 11 Distribution Companies (DisCos) for the next five years in their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).
The projected investment directives were requested for by...
CBN N120bn Fund: Consumers Want Meters, Improved Power Supply
Power consumers and power sector experts have tasked the 11 power Distribution Companies (DisCos) on accelerating meter installations for the over eight million customers while improving power supply by enhancing their networks.
This is coming on the...
'N120bn Intervention Will Address Nigeria’s Electricity Challenges'
Stakeholders in the electricity sector, yesterday, said the Federal Government’s intervention in the power sector, especially efforts being made to address challenges limiting the capacity of distribution companies (DisCos) is necessary to improve electricity supply.
The experts also insisted...
NERC Retires Three General Managers In Reshuffling Process
Three General Managers (GMs) described as the most senior at the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) have proceeded on their terminal leave, Daily Trust can confirm.
The affected GMs include Dr Tony Akah who heads the Corporate Services....
Experts Insist On Mass Metering Before Implementation Of New Tariff
Experts have criticised the implementation of the new electricity tariff structure and urged the Federal Government to ensure that electricity consumers are metered first before the commencement to eliminate outrageous billings.
Nigerians had heaved a sigh...
