The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has signalled a possible upward review of electricity tariffs as part of efforts aimed at improving power supply and service delivery across the country.
The commission disclosed this in a statement shared via its official X account on Monday, assuring consumers that any planned tariff adjustment would be designed to improve service quality while protecting customer rights.
Although no new tariff rates were announced, NERC said electricity consumers deserved “satisfaction and accurate information” regarding any increase, stressing that there would be no hidden charges or arbitrary disconnection of power supply.
“We are bringing the electricity tariff closer to you to improve your quality of life, and we assure you of continued protection of your rights every day,” the commission stated. 
NERC further explained that it was working towards ensuring access to “quality and affordable electricity” while addressing challenges linked to the current billing structure and inconsistent electricity supply across the country.
According to the regulator, the existing “one-size-fits-all” billing system has significant limitations, especially in situations where consumers receive irregular or inadequate electricity supply.
The development comes amid mounting public concern over the rising cost of electricity and persistent complaints about poor power supply despite previous tariff increases.
Recall that in April 2024, NERC approved a major tariff hike for Band A customers, increasing electricity rates from about ₦68 per kilowatt-hour to ₦225 per kilowatt-hour for consumers expected to receive at least 20 hours of electricity daily.
The increase affected about 15 per cent of electricity consumers nationwide and was later adjusted downward to approximately ₦206.80/kWh in May 2024 before some electricity distribution companies implemented slight increases to around ₦209.50/kWh in July 2024.
Despite the tariff adjustments, many Nigerians have continued to express frustration over what they describe as poor service delivery, erratic electricity supply, and estimated billing practices that do not reflect actual consumption.
