NERC Holds Public Hearing on Aba Power Limited’s Tariff Review Application

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) today held a public hearing on the application submitted by Aba Power Limited Electricity (APLE) for an upward review of its electricity tariff.

The hearing, which took place at NERC’s headquarters in Abuja drew stakeholders, business owners, and residents from Aba. The hearing, part of NERC’s statutory obligation to ensure transparency and stakeholder engagement, allowed consumers to present their opinions on the proposed tariff adjustments.

Representatives from APLE led by the Managing Director, Barr. Ugochukwu Opiegbo outlined the reasons behind the application, emphasizing the need for increased revenue to sustain and enhance power infrastructure and service delivery in Aba. However, the intervenors raised critical issues, particularly concerning the need for improved customer service and better quality of service delivery.

In response, APLE assured stakeholders of their commitment to addressing the concerns raised. The company highlighted ongoing projects aimed at upgrading the electricity distribution network in Aba, including sustaining efforts at metering all its customers.

NERC Vice Chairman, Musiliu Oseni, reiterated the Commission’s commitment to balancing the interests of consumers and service providers.

“This hearing is part of our effort to ensure that any tariff review is fair and reflects the realities on the ground. We will carefully review the submissions made here today before making a final decision,” he said.

The Commission assured stakeholders that their input would play a pivotal role in determining the outcome of the tariff review application.