NERC Orders Disbursement Of New Meters By May 1

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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has granted permits to meter asset providers and commence the roll out of new meters by May 1.

In a statement on Saturday, the Commission said MAPs engaged by Abuja and Jos electricity distribution companies will install the new meters in customers’ premises within 10 working days of making payment.

The three firms engaged by Abuja DisCo are expected to supply 900,000 meters across its franchise areas, while the ones engaged by Jos DisCo will supply 500,000 meters.

Recall that on April 3, 2018, the NERC introduced the MAP regulation to new investors in the power sector to fast-track the roll-out of meters through the engagement of third-party investors.

In accordance with section 4 subsection 3 of the MAP Regulations 2018, the Commission issued permits to Meter Asset Providers on 5th April 2019,  which were successful in the procurement conducted by Abuja and Jos Discos.

In a bid to close the electricity gap, NERC has directed that the roll-out of meters shall commence no later than the May 1, 2019.

To this effect, the commission said it will monitor the roll-out plan of the firms to ensure that they comply with the regulation.