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Reps Dump NERC’s N225/kwh Tariff, Delegates Special Committee, Consultant to Work out Modalities

POSTED ON April 30, 2024 •   Business      BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara
House of Representatives and NERC Logo l Credit: UGC l Source: UGC

The House of Representatives has mandated the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission to immediately halt the implementation of the new electricity tariff it recently introduced across the country.

This was the outcome of its investigative hearing today, on the increase in the electricity tariff in 11 states in Nigeria, especially for the Band A consumers.
The House also called for suspending other conditions in the newly issued review of the Multi-Year Tariff Order. 

It set up a special committee made up of the Committees on Power, Commerce, Delegated Legislation, and National Planning to organize a well-structured hearing on the price regulation of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). 

The hearing would be with the participation of the Minister of Power, Chairman and Commissioners of NERC, the chief executives of all electricity utilities in Nigeria, Presidents of the Nigeria Labour Congress and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), as well as leaders of chambers of commerce Nigeria. 

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The House resolved to appoint a well-regarded former regulator as a technical consultant to develop templates for determination of the “legality, reasonableness of the procedure adopted by NERC in approving the tariff increase and establishing the performance benchmarks for the Disco’s.” 

It also resolved to authorize the consultant to work with the special committee to draft a bill to provide for administrative procedures that that entrench proper consultation and legislative review of process for tariff setting in the electricity and other public services in Nigeria. 

These resolutions followed the adoption of a motion of urgent importance moved by Hon Nkemkanma Kama. 

Kama said the legislative motion on increase in electricity tariff seeks to address key issues surrounding the sudden hike in electricity prices in Nigeria. 

He said, “It highlights concerns over due process, fairness, and the impact on consumers. The motion aims to restore public trust, protect consumer rights, and ensure regulatory accountability in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI). 

“The facts presented include the alarming tariff increase announced by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on April 1, 2023, resulting in a staggering 300% rise for certain consumers.
“However, what’s more, concerning are the reports indicating discrepancies in customer categorization and widespread complaints regarding inadequate service despite increased charges. 

“This situation has not just sparked national anxiety, but it also threatens regulatory certainty and investor confidence in the sector, demanding immediate attention.” 

He said the motion argues for legislative intervention, underlining the constitutional and moral obligations to address the crisis and alleviate the burden on Nigerian citizens. 

It places a strong emphasis on the legislative oversight role over NERC and the electricity utilities, stressing the need for fair and just pricing and consultation with stakeholders in tariff determination processes. This is not just a responsibility but a duty we owe to our constituents.

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