The House of Representatives has firmly opposed the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) by rejecting the suggested increase in electricity tariff.
The decision was made in response to a motion made by Honourable Aliyu Madaki, who strongly opposed the price increase, particularly in light of the recent rise in petrol prices.
Honourable Madaki during his presentation said, “It is most inappropriate and insensitive to come up with a price increase of such magnitude at this time when many Nigerians are yet to come to terms with the increase in petrol prices.”
He added that the proposed increment is not in the best interest of the average Nigerian Citizen, neither is it for the common good of the citizenry adding that the proposed increment is an exploitation of the common citizen.
In response to the motion’s gravity and public sentiment, the House mandated its committee on power, once constituted, to initiate discussions with the National Electricity Regulatory Commission.
The objective is to establish a mutual understanding and find a balanced solution to address the proposed tariff hike, ensuring it aligns with the welfare of the citizens.
Adopting the motion, the Deputy Speaker, Mr Benjamin Kalu, who presided over the plenary referred it to the committee on power when constituted.
