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Not All Electricity Meters in Nigeria Are Free — NERC Clarifies Amid Public Confusion

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Not All Electricity Meters in Nigeria Are Free — NERC Clarifies Amid Public Confusion

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has clarified that contrary to widespread public belief, not all electricity meters being deployed across the country are free, urging consumers to properly understand the different metering frameworks currently in operation. The clarification was made by NERC following increasing confusion among electricity consumers, many of whom assume that every…

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DisCos Kick Against FG’s ‘Free Meter’ Policy, Cite Funding Gaps

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DisCos Kick Against FG’s ‘Free Meter’ Policy, Cite Funding Gaps

Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) across Nigeria have openly rejected the Federal Government’s declaration that prepaid electricity meters must be provided to consumers free of charge, warning that the policy, as announced, lacks clarity on funding and could destabilise an already fragile power sector. The controversy followed a recent statement by the Minister of Power, Adebayo…

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