The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has imposed sanctions on eight electricity distribution companies (DisCos) for failing to comply with the monthly energy caps for unmetered customers during the period between July and September 2024. The affected DisCos include Abuja, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola.
In a statement issued on Thursday, NERC disclosed that these DisCos have been fined a total of over N628 million. In addition to the financial penalties, the companies are required to issue credit adjustments to the affected customers by May 15, 2025.
The commission further explained that the sanctions are in line with Section 34(1)(d) of the Electricity Act 2023 (EA 2023). The statement read: “Pursuant to Section 34(1)(d) of the Electricity Act 2023 (“EA 2023”), the commission has sanctioned eight (8) Electricity Distribution Companies (“DisCos”) – Abuja, Eko, Enugu, Ikeja, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola, for failing to fully comply with the monthly energy caps issued by the commission between July – September 2024 (2024/Q3).”
NERC emphasized that these actions are necessary to maintain regulatory compliance and protect consumers within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry, underscoring the commission’s commitment to ensuring fairness and accountability in the sector.
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