NERC Warns States Against Unilateral Power Tariff Cuts Without Bearing Subsidy Cost
Abuja, Nigeria, July 25, 2025 – The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has issued a stern warning to state governments considering independent reductions in electricity tariffs, stating that such states must be ready to fully shoulder the financial burden of any resulting subsidy. This position was made clear following reports that some state governments were