NERC warns customers against buying transformers without formal agreement with DisCos

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NERC warns customers against buying transformers without formal agreement with DisCos
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The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission , on Friday, warned consumers against self-procurement of transformers without a formal agreement with distribution companies .

“While the cost is factored into the electricity tariff, if customers choose to invest in infrastructure like distribution transformers, the law permits DisCos to incorporate the investment into the tariff, enabling them to earn returns over the asset’s economic lifespan.

Addressing the funding constraints within the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry , particularly concerning the national mass metering scheme, she pointed out the financial struggles experienced by industry players.Mahmud stressed the need for adequate funding and financing mechanisms to support initiatives aimed at improving metering infrastructure and addressing the deficit.

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