FG’s electricity subsidy bill hits N1.92trn in 2025 — NERC

Vanguard News | 31-08-2026 05:20pm |

The Federal Government's electricity tariff subsidy obligation rose to N1.928 trillion in 2025, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). This subsidy represents 57.44 per cent of the total Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) invoice, with an average monthly obligation of N160.69 billion. The figure is slightly lower than the N1.949 trillion recorded in 2024, attributed to reduced energy offtake by distribution companies and other factors.

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