PLASERC Pays Courtesy Visit to NERC, Seeks Collaboration

The Plateau State Electricity Regulatory Commission (PLASERC) has paid a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) as part of its engagement efforts ahead of commencing regulatory operations in Plateau State.

The PLASERC delegation was led by its Chairman, Ambassador Bagudu Hirse, alongside the Managing Director, Kanneng Gwom.

Ambassador Hirse stated that the visit aimed to foster collaboration with NERC to support PLASERC’s mandate in regulating the electricity market within the State.

In her remarks, Gwom, emphasized the importance of technical and institutional support from the federal regulator to enable PLASERC to carry out its responsibilities effectively.

Welcoming the delegation, NERC Vice Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, affirmed NERC’s readiness to provide technical and advisory assistance to PLASERC upon request.

Also speaking, NERC Commissioner for Legal, Licensing and Compliance, Mr. Dafe Akpeneye, and NERC Commissioner for Research and Data Analytics, Dr. Yusuf Ali, reiterated NERC’s commitment to supporting State Electricity Regulatory Commissions (SERCs), noting that such partnerships are vital to the growth and development of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).