DisCos reject FG’s free meter plan, say who pays for installation

EditorJanuary 26, 2026012 mins

Power distribution companies have expressed doubt over the directive by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, that prepaid meters must be free for all categories of customers. Operators, who spoke with our correspondent anonymously due to the sensitivity of the matter, said the minister made only a political statement without considering the input of other…

Nigerians made to cough out N1.13tn electricity bill despite blackouts

EditorJanuary 7, 202604 mins

Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in Nigeria collected a total of N1.13tn in revenue from their customers over the six months spanning the second and third quarters of 2025 (April to September), according to detailed monthly performance data from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission. This is despite repeated complaints of low power supply among electricity consumers…