NERC approves special compensation for Band A customers affected by power shortfalls
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved a compensation package for Band A customers affected by power generation shortfalls. This decision follows significant disruptions in electricity supply that occurred between February and March 2026. The compensation framework aims to address the challenges faced by Distribution Companies in meeting supply commitments due to inadequate gas supply and vandalism.
- ▪NERC issued Directive No. NERC/2026/002 to compensate eligible Band A customers.
- ▪The compensation is a response to generation shortfalls that disrupted power supply.
- ▪Nigerian grid-connected power plants operated at only 31 percent of their installed capacity in April 2026.
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Add us on Google The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved a special compensation package for eligible Band A electricity customers affected by generation shortfalls that disrupted power supply between February and March 2026. The commission announced this in a statement on Wednesday, saying the compensation framework was introduced through Directive No. NERC/2026/002 on the Special Compensation of Band A Customers Arising from Grid Generation Constraints. “The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) hereby notifies electricity consumers and stakeholders of the issuance of Directive No.
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