₦airaland Forum

15 September 2026

The Honourable Minister
Federal Ministry of Power
Federal Republic of Nigeria
Abuja, Nigeria.

PETITION AND APPEAL FOR THE ABOLITION OF BAND A, B, C, D AND E ELECTRICITY TARIFF CLASSIFICATIONS AND THE INTRODUCTION OF A UNIFORM ELECTRICITY TARIFF PER UNIT (kWh)

Dear Honourable Minister,

I write as a concerned Nigerian citizen and electricity consumer to respectfully draw the attention of the Honourable Minister to the hardship and inequality created by the current electricity tariff structure under which electricity consumers are classified into different service bands, including Bands A, B, C, D and E.

I respectfully appeal to the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Power and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), to urgently review this system and consider the abolition of the Band A–E tariff structure for ordinary electricity consumers, with a view to establishing one transparent and uniform charge per unit of electricity consumed (₦/kWh).

THE CURRENT CHALLENGE

Under the existing Service-Based Tariff arrangement, consumers are classified according to expected hours of electricity supply. NERC states that Band A is associated with a minimum of 20 hours of supply per day, Band B with 16 hours, Band C with 12 hours, Band D with 8 hours and Band E with 4 hours.

While the intention may be to link electricity charges to service levels, the system has created a situation in which Nigerians consuming the same commodity—one unit of electricity—can pay substantially different amounts depending on the band assigned to their area.

For example, NERC-approved tariff schedules have shown significant differences between Band A and lower bands. In one approved 2025 tariff schedule, Band A non-MD customers were listed at ₦209.50/kWh, while Band B non-MD customers were ₦66.47/kWh and Band C non-MD customers were ₦53.78/kWh.

This raises an important question:

Why should the price of the same one unit of electricity vary so significantly simply because the consumer lives in a particular feeder or neighbourhood?

OUR POSITION

We respectfully submit that electricity should fundamentally be treated as a measurable commodity: the consumer should pay for the number of units consumed, while the responsibility for delivering reliable electricity should remain with the electricity industry and its operators.

If one consumer purchases 100 kWh and another consumer purchases 100 kWh, both consumers have purchased the same quantity of electricity. It should therefore be possible to establish a common and transparent national price per kWh, rather than making the price dependent primarily upon the classification of the feeder serving the customer.

A uniform tariff would also make electricity billing much easier for ordinary Nigerians to understand and would reduce disputes concerning tariff classifications.

PROPOSED ALTERNATIVE

I respectfully propose that the Federal Government consider the following:

1. Abolish the Band A, B, C, D and E tariff structure for ordinary residential and small-business consumers.

2. Establish a uniform national electricity tariff per kWh, applicable to consumers within the same customer category.

3. Where the Federal Government considers it necessary to protect vulnerable consumers, provide the subsidy transparently through the national budget, rather than maintaining a complicated tariff structure that places different prices on the same electricity commodity.

4. Introduce strict service-level obligations on Distribution Companies (DisCos). Consumers should be able to receive compensation, tariff rebates or other remedies when promised electricity supply levels are not achieved.

5. Strengthen metering so that every consumer pays only for actual electricity consumed, thereby reducing estimated billing disputes.

6. Publish the actual cost components of electricity generation, transmission, distribution and applicable subsidies so that Nigerians can clearly understand what they are paying for.

7. Establish a transparent mechanism through which consumers can challenge incorrect tariffs, wrongful classifications, estimated bills and inadequate service.

WHY THIS MATTERS

Electricity is not a luxury in modern Nigeria. It is essential to households, businesses, schools, hospitals, artisans, manufacturers and virtually every aspect of economic activity.

A business in Band A may pay a much higher amount per unit than a similar business in another band, even though both businesses may be using the same type of electricity for the same productive purpose.

The present arrangement can therefore place an additional burden on businesses and households located in areas classified under higher tariff bands.

Furthermore, NERC itself recognises the importance of fair and transparent electricity pricing and states that its economic regulation function includes setting fair tariffs and protecting consumers against market abuses.

A CALL FOR A FAIRER SYSTEM

Our appeal is not for free electricity.

We are asking Nigerians to pay for electricity consumed—but at a fair, transparent and uniform price per unit.

We also recognise that reliable electricity supply requires substantial investment in generation, transmission and distribution infrastructure. We therefore support a sustainable tariff system that allows legitimate investment in the electricity sector.

However, such a system should be built around transparency, accountability, affordability and equality, rather than simply placing consumers into different tariff bands.

If a consumer receives inadequate electricity supply, the solution should be to improve the electricity supply—not simply to place another consumer on a cheaper tariff band.

Likewise, where the Government wishes to subsidise electricity for vulnerable Nigerians, such subsidy should be clearly identified and transparently funded.

OUR REQUEST

We therefore respectfully call upon the Honourable Minister to:

1. Initiate a comprehensive review of the Band A–E electricity tariff structure.

2. Engage NERC, the DisCos, electricity consumers, manufacturers, SMEs, labour organisations and other stakeholders on the possibility of introducing a uniform price per kWh.

3. Consider replacing the existing multiple-band pricing structure with a transparent uniform tariff system.

4. Introduce stronger compensation and accountability mechanisms where electricity service commitments are not met.

5. Protect low-income and vulnerable Nigerians through transparent, targeted government subsidies rather than discriminatory or confusing tariff structures.

6. Ensure that every metered Nigerian pays primarily according to the actual number of units consumed.

CONCLUSION

Honourable Minister, this appeal is made in the spirit of fairness and in the interest of ordinary Nigerians.

We believe that one unit of electricity should have one clearly defined price, subject only to clearly stated and justifiable customer categories—not simply because of where a Nigerian lives or the classification of the feeder supplying that community.

We respectfully urge the Honourable Minister to consider this proposal as part of the Federal Government's continuing efforts to reform the Nigerian electricity sector, protect consumers and create an environment where businesses can survive and grow.

We look forward to the Honourable Minister's favourable consideration and to a more equitable electricity pricing system for all Nigerians.

Yours faithfully,

For and on behalf of concerned electricity consumers

........................This is commendable from my governor......................

This man needs to be arrested..................God!

This is seriously serious

My advice to the new CDS is that..... "Let the nation feel your impact in the area of security and let your work live after you sir.
Congratulations.......

All is well....... Let the security guard be on alert and anyone caught should face the wrath of the law

All is well

Better

Interesting

In Deuteronomy 15:11,
God instructs the Israelites to be open-handed toward the poor and needy in their land, indicating that poverty is a continual issue

Matthew 26:11
Jesus said, you will always have poor people among you

Apart from biblical doctrine, the only men who used to plait hair are Sango worshippers.
The Bible even said, any man who carries long hair is a shame unto him

Lagos alone passed the rest of the states put together in Nigeria

In what capacity have you acted before? Why you people are found of seeing things from a negative perspective all time.
May God change your orientation positively in Jesus mighty name

successmatters:
This government is idiotic. Seyi Makinde has now become the police and army, civil defence, immigration and customs at the same time. He might even chase the suspects to Mali if not advised.

When brainless people are in government, you will know.

My take on this matter is that, let's every tribe go their way. We are different in all areas, let's stop to deceive ourselves.

May God Almighty console the family he left behind.

Sinner will never go unpunished.

Pray for the peace of Nigeria,
Don't forget you will have a taste of it if otherwise.....
As for me and my house we will eat of the good of this nation in Jesus might name

Taylor92:
Reinforcement of failures


Nothing good will come out it


Business as usual

God is Great

Why did you take it personal as if he rob you.
You will say you don't recognize him, not Nigerian, don't generalized it.
Whom God has elevated, not even you can bring him down.
No leader has assume any position without the consent of Almighty God.
Is only God that is a saviour.
Don't think you are fighting for someone and sin with your month.
Please repent today before it is too late.

slawomir:
Damnnn niggar

Disaster of a president
Nigerians don't recognise this niggar as their president

No matter what stammerer go surely call he papa name

Tinubu is going to be disgraced
Just a matter of time
Y'all know the sweet thing hun! The disgrace is gonna be televised
Name two states or region with enlightened, educated, exposed and Liberal people
Definitely it is lagos and Abuja right

And obi won those states

If you are a youth and you finished from a tertiary institution and yet you can't realise that obvious fact then your education is a waste and you need to collect your school fees back because you are still in tribalism and you are disgrace
Even the osun sate according to record is the most educated place in South west reason tinubu did not win that states

SuRamzy:
If them like let them vote jesus christ the situation still won't change

Please don't because of election and sin against God;
It is a terrible thing to fall into the hand of God Almighty.

This is a signal to the upcoming Governorship election comes June 18

Well, my submission is..... Nigeria is one county with many Nations...

Bendeco02:
Both are fighting over what they won't partake... Amaechi is the man.

Is it not the same Amaechi that said he didn't join Politics because of fighting for anybody, that he only join the politics to make money.
Now you are still preaching such a person

Too late to cry after the head has been cut off.......

Well, I don't blame you my Gov.
"When you eat fried plantain you will be afraid to speak the truth anymore"
Am from Ekiti State, in 2019 we planted 3 hectares of land with maize, at the point of harvest the so called herdsmen went there with their cattle, eat everything up,
We wrote to the government through civil defense anti grazing unit but up till now, nothing was done.
Only God can save us in the country.
Our safety is in our hand

Nwodosis:
The FRSC said they finished the rescue operation by 11pm! Is it the corpses that were rescued?

...I tire ooo...

Bible says:
Psalms 91:10
There shall no evil befall us, neither shall any plague come nigh our dwelling in Jesus Mighty Name. AMEN.

What a disgrace to Nigeria Currency

You are very correct

okpalaAnambra:
The police has committed so many crimes against the south... In the north they don't even stop cars let's alone of motorcycles but in the south they keep impounding people's byke for no reason at all..

No one is sponsoring this,, this is simply accumulated anger, simple

,................God, but why?
If Buhari refuse to talk
Let him resign or let the so call Nigeria divide
And let everyone go now,
I say now.
God please save our land

.... when a so-called CHRISTIAN indulging himself in a politics of bitterness, my friend something is happening.
Bible says:
''Romans 12:10
Be kindly affectioned one to another with brotherly love; in honour preferring one another;'

HeadNigga:
I believe the Bible is clear on men not wearing women's stuff and vice versa but did the bible actually say trousers are for men? I am curious.

Quote the chapter and verse my brethren.

My friend, It was God himself that commanded Arron and his two sons to be putting on trousers, because prior to that time there was nothing like trousers.
And everywhere in the Bible where trousers were been mentioned it is only referred to men,
In English Bible it was called breeches which is the old use of trousers.
Read Exodus 28:42; 39:28; Leviticus 6:10; 16:4; Ezekiel 44:18
God bless you

How much is the FIAT