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EERC Pioneering sub-national electricity regulation in West Africa
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News May 11, 2026 25 views 0 comments

EERC Pioneering sub-national electricity regulation in West Africa

The Commission is actively restructuring the states electricity market through Licensing, Tariff reforms, enhanced service initiatives.

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EERC Pioneering sub-national electricity regulation in West Africa
  • 20-Year License Issued (March 2026): The EERC granted a 20-year electricity distribution license to MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited, marking a shift in the state's regulatory framework.
  • Expansion & Innovation (March 2026): MainPower, under EERC regulation, launched a Quick Response Service (QRS) in Enugu to improve customer service, as part of the state's drive for a more reliable power market.
  • Regulatory Leadership (March 2026): The Forum of Nigerian Electricity Regulators (FONER) inaugurated EERC Chairman, Mr. Chijioke M. Okonkwo, as Vice-Chairman

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