Nigeria Implements Electricity Tariff Hike to Reduce Subsidies
Nigeria’s electricity sector underwent a significant shift as the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) approved tariff increases targeting approximately 15% of consumers. This decision aims to reduce the strain on public finances by eliminating electricity subsidies for wealthier consumers. Following the announcement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, the government moved swiftly to implement the tariff […]