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DisCos failed to collect N669.5 billion billed electricity charges in 2025 — NERC

Nigeria’s electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) left N669.49 billion in billed electricity charges uncollected from customers in 2025. The post DisCos failed to collect N669.5 billion billed electricity charges in 2025 — NERC appeared first on Nairametrics .

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) approved 194 licences, permits, and certifications in 2025, marking a 15.5% increase from the 168 approvals recorded in 2024. The majority of these approvals were concentrated in mini-grids, with 64 permits issued, followed by Meter Service Providers receiving 43 approvals and Meter Asset Providers accounting for 30.

Captive power projects saw 31 licences, while 168 of the total approvals were related to distributed generation, metering, and related activities. This surge in approvals reflects the regulator's continued focus on decentralised electricity segments, particularly in mini-grid development and electricity metering.

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