- NERC says prepaid meter users might face difficulties in recharging their meters after November 2024 if the required updates are not done before the deadline
- To commence the issuance of two free Key Change Tokens
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has urged users of prepaid meter to update their meters before November 2024.
NERC made this announcement in a tweet on its X account on Wednesday, stating that the update will be seamless and without any associated cost.
The regulatory commission noted that prepaid meter users might face difficulties in recharging their meters after November 2024 if the required updates are not done before the deadline.
“If you have a prepaid meter, it may be time for an update. From November 2024, you may not be able to recharge your meter. However, updating is easy and free,” NERC stated.
NERC added that the Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) shall commence the issuance of two free Key Change Tokens (KCTs), which will update meters.
“The update will not affect the units in your meter nor will it make your meter run faster than usual. Contact your DisCo for more information.” it added.
Meanwhile, the minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has promised to meter all households in Nigeria and fix the challenges affecting the national grid.
Adelabu stated this during his inaugural address after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu swore him in on Monday, August 21.
During his inaugural speech, Adelabu said his vision for the Ministry of Power is rooted in leveraging the Nigerian Electricity Act of 2023 which has opened new avenues for power provision and encourages collaboration between public and private sectors.
Adelabu vowed to fix the numerous challenges associated with the national grid and pay attention to the option of renewable energy
Adelabu promised to fix electricity challenges “A significant goal is the universal metering of households and addressing the challenges our national power grid faces. We will equally pay critical attention to the options of renewable and alternative energies.”
He disclosed that his vision for the Ministry of Power is rooted in leveraging the Nigerian Electricity Act of 2023. Adelabu said the Ministry of Power under his leadership will foster robust partnerships between the private and public sectors and build upon the foundation laid by his predecessors.
“We will build upon the foundation laid by our predecessors and diligently work to fulfill the aspirations of our fellow citizens. Our aim is to empower Nigerians through reliable and accessible power, ensuring that every home, industry, school and business benefits from our efforts.
“Our aim is to empower Nigeria through reliable and accessible power, ensuring that every home, industry, school, and business benefits from our efforts.”
The former deputy governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) further stated technology and talented youths will be leveraged to achieve the desired objectives. “As much as possible, we would leverage the power of technology and the bursting energies of our talented youths to achieve our desired objectives.”
The minister stated that “Key to our success will be an unwavering dedication to efficiency and collaboration. We will foster robust partnerships between the private and public sectors, working collectively to enhance the nation’s economic and social well-being. Our focus will extend to aspects of life that truly matter: from households to small businesses, educational institutions to massive industrial productions, and beyond.”
“As much as possible, we would leverage the power of technology and the bursting energies of our talented youths to achieve our desired objectives. This would be pursued by ensuring robust handshake between the Ministry’s ICT apparatus and the emerging technological ideas of young Nigerians to accelerate the envisaged transformation. Through this, we are convinced we will deliver services that would match the speed and values that the 21st century economy demands.
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