NERC Receives NEMSA on Courtesy Visit
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) received a delegation from the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) on a courtesy visit aimed at strengthening inter-agency collaboration and enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
In his remarks, the NERC Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, welcomed the delegation and commended NEMSA for its critical role in enforcing technical standards and ensuring electrical safety across the power sector. He emphasized the importance of close collaboration between both institutions, particularly in aligning regulatory and technical oversight functions to support the ongoing reforms in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI).
He noted that effective synergy between NERC and NEMSA is essential to improving service delivery, reducing system losses, and safeguarding electricity infrastructure nationwide. The MD, NEMSA, Engr. Adesayo Olusegun Michael in his response, expressed appreciation for the warm reception and acknowledged the Commission’s leadership in driving regulatory reforms within the sector. He reiterated the Agency’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with NERC, particularly in the areas of technical inspections, enforcement of safety standards, certification of electrical installations, and capacity building. The delegation also highlighted the need for improved data sharing and joint operations to ensure compliance with established regulations and technical codes.