The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) is set to hold a public consultation session on the Draft Net Billing Regulations in Abuja on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel.
The consultation forms part of the Commission’s broader stakeholder engagement efforts to refine and finalise the proposed regulatory framework, which aims to promote greater participation of electricity consumers who generate their own power—known as prosumers—in the national electricity market.
According to the Commission, the draft regulations were developed pursuant to its rulemaking powers under Sections 46 and 48 of the Electricity Act (EA) 2023, and in accordance with its Business Rules.
The document was first published on NERC’s website on September 4, 2025, to solicit comments and submissions from stakeholders and the general public.
NERC expressed appreciation for the feedback received during the initial comment period and noted that the upcoming public consultation provides an additional opportunity for dialogue, transparency, and inclusion in shaping the final framework of the Net Billing Regulations.
The proposed regulations are expected to establish a structured approach for integrating small-scale renewable energy systems—particularly solar installations—into Nigeria’s electricity grid.
This will allow ‘prosumers’ to sell excess electricity generated from their systems to distribution companies, thereby supporting grid stability, clean energy adoption, and economic empowerment.
The Commission urged stakeholders across the electricity value chain—including distribution companies, renewable energy developers, consumer groups, and policymakers—to attend the Abuja session and share insights and recommendations on the draft regulations.
Source:https://energynewsafrica.com
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