₦airaland Forum

As fa as I no kill person no wahala.

Here’s a clear, straight-to-the-point summary with key takeaways:
Summary
Electricity distribution companies (DisCos) and industry stakeholders are criticizing the government’s claim that electricity meters will be free for all customers. They say the promise is unrealistic, misleading, and already causing problems. According to them, meters are being supplied in limited batches and cannot meet nationwide demand. The statement has also damaged the existing Meter Asset Provider (MAP) scheme, where customers can legally buy meters and get refunded through energy credits over time. Stakeholders warn that the policy lacks planning, stakeholder consultation, and clarity on who will pay for the meters and installations, threatening sustainability and local meter suppliers.
Key Points
Government promise seen as unrealistic
Meters are coming in batches, not enough for everyone.
Public was misled into believing meters are available for all.
MAP scheme is being damaged
People are rejecting MAP because they believe meters are now “free.”
MAP is still necessary because free meters cannot close the metering gap.
Local meter suppliers risk collapse if MAP dies.
Lack of clarity from government
No clear explanation of:
Who qualifies for free meters
Which areas will get them
Who will pay for supply and installation
Cost recovery problem
Meter installers must be paid — but by who?
DisCos question whether:
Government will subsidize it
Operators will bear the cost
Without cost recovery, the system becomes unsustainable.
No stakeholder consultation
Minister allegedly made the announcement without engaging DisCos or industry players.
Growing public tension
Customers are now fighting DisCos because they expect free meters.
Confusion and anger are increasing due to misinformation.
Bottom Line
The policy sounds good politically, but economically and operationally, it’s weak. Without funding structure, clear implementation plans, and stakeholder coordination, the “free meters for all” promise risks:
Killing the MAP scheme
Crippling local meter businesses
Creating public unrest
Making the power sector more unstable

Human rights lawyer Pelumi Olajengbesi clarified that soldiers on duty take orders only from their superiors within the military chain of command — the Chief of Defence Staff and the Service Chiefs — not from any minister. He explained that while the FCT Minister represents the President in civil matters, this authority does not extend to military operations. Olajengbesi condemned any attempt by ministers to issue orders to soldiers, calling such actions reckless, unlawful, and an abuse of office. He warned that ministers have no immunity from prosecution if they obstruct or intimidate military officers carrying out lawful duties. He urged the government to act decisively to prevent future civilian–military clashes, emphasizing that the Constitution clearly separates civil administration from military command.

iCauseTrouble:
I am really scared as a freelancer.
I am not benefiting anything from this government. Why should I pay tax?

Same here I'm a freelancer and I don't depend on government. The thing get as eh be.

As a single man I eat what I crave for once the money is there.

Druss:
Time to move to the next app. Same way I dumped Facebook and Instagram.

Exactly. I have deleted my Normal WhatsApp remaining my business WhatsApp. Anything else that makes WhatsApp crowded with things I don't like, I will uninstall it

Shikena:
A good test for the recurrent Pentecostal question: "Is it in the Bible?"

We dey wait

Good question

What if nah condom dem take disvergin the geh nkor?

Hmmm shey nah dem go feed them.

kay29000:
Whoa! Is it your dog that's eating the chickens or a dog on your street?

It's a street dog. My compound is fenced, but they managed to pass under the gate and attacked my fowls—one cockerel and one hen. Now, only one cockerel and one hen remain.

But as I'm the time of writing this page, I have blocked the particular gate in which they are passing through.

Nice trend. I have four native fowls, dog has eaten two remaining two.

New Government, New Policies.

Nigeria is bleeding🩸

For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is going to be revealed to us. Romans 8:18

Wonderful! way to go

Okonsbecky:
After cooking or warming, don't cover the put while is still hot, allow it to properly cool

That's where the first mistake started. He didn't allow it to cool off before covering it.

Me do visitation from 9am-8pm

Ogun State and ritual be like 5n6

Relationship matters is somehow. What a noisy world.

Last last eh don cast

lailo:
This one na mumu. Smart TV get stations?

Na mumu dey worry you too. You for tell me say you no comprehend wetin I write, So you think one can't connect to any TV channel online? Omor go and do your research before you argue what you don't know.

Now that we have smart TV, Dstv and other cable TVs will soon go into extinction.

Richtaiwo:
I don't understand this ratio.

Shouldn't the total percentage be 100? I'm not understanding this analysis.

Same thing am asking... It doesn't tally

boxypane:
But all Independent marketers cannot be confused. We all know the drive of Dangote towards a monopolistic economy.
I think Dangote is the lier here

Exactly..

I see nothing wrong we it. We deh cut grass with joy. If you are fast enough to finish before others at that time, we go get enough free time to do whatsoever we like. Because that day no lecture would take place again one we have received the morning lectures. This is far back in the 90s at Ngala Primary Sch, and Ika Boys Secondary school in Delta State.

That's your cross to carry... what happened to WhatsApp business and the other one..

Time and season happens to everything

Wishing him long life and prosperity

osmosis101:
Anytin u go do today always reason bout 2moro... U daily pay get futvre?

Good question. It has but it an active income but I don't intend to do it all my life just that I need it as a means to reach some of my financial goals

Good day Nairalanders I'm single and a graduate of Economics I have been off from office work since 2016 and I have been surviving from side hustle like my graphic design (but I'm not earning much from it but it is able to foot some of my bills) and maybe support from my brother's and palm plantation which I'm managing . On some week days I'm free and I feel like I need to do more . Which now lead me to go back to my old office where I learnt printing though I was going there to print jobs not as often but. I was offered a job to come supervise and also work as a graphic designer. But the pay is small but I think I can combine it with agriculture. But the problem is office opens at 8am and closes at 6 pm from Monday-Satuday. I don't know what to do I'm not a fan of an office work but I just need to increase my income by working extra jobs. I don't know if I am making the right decision or not. I have been having a sleepless night on this matter. Please I need someone who have pass this phase of life or has experience to give their own views. Should I avoid the office work and focus on daily pay?

Here in 2024

For me social media is a Curse and a blessing at same time. It is good that we should have a day for internet detoxification.