Stakeholders Explore Potentials of Draft Net Billing Regulations in Abuja

A similar public consultation on the Draft Net Billing Regulations was held at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja.

NERC Commissioner for Research and Data Analytics, Dr. Yusuf Ali, underscored the Commission’s resolve to build a more inclusive, participatory, and forward-looking electricity market.

He noted that the Net Billing Regulation represents an important step toward enabling prosumers, that is, consumers who generate excess electricity, to inject their surplus energy into the national grid at fair value.

This, he explained, aligns Nigeria with emerging global standards that incentivize private investment in renewable generation while improving grid resilience.

Dr. Ali highlighted that NERC is taking a new, more transparent approach by publishing a draft for public review and actively seeking feedback before finalization.

“We are not here to defend any document; this is a draft meant to evolve through robust debate. While some believe that Nigeria is not ready for this regulation, we can’t let perfection get in the way of progress,” he noted.

Stakeholders, including DisCos, NEMSA, state regulators, and development partners, were invited to provide technical and practical insights to ensure the framework reflects market realities. He also noted the strong stakeholder turnout—greater than in the Lagos session—reflecting rising interest in distributed generation and cleaner energy solutions across the North.

Dr. Ali acknowledged the contributions of those who submitted written comments online and commended partners such as GIZ for their ongoing technical support in advancing Nigeria’s energy transition.

The consultation marks another milestone in NERC’s drive to develop regulatory instruments that balance innovation, safety, and affordability while positioning Nigeria for a sustainable electricity future.