Nigeria Electricity Metering Rate Rises to 55%
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Nigeria’s Electricity Metering Inches Forward: August 2025 Update
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A slight increase in the national metering rate signals incremental progress, but significant regional disparities remain.
Key Developments: August 2025
Nigeria’s national electricity metering rate saw a modest rise in August 2025,reaching 55.01%-an increase from 54.71% in July. This translates to 6,579,818 metered customers out of a total of 11,960,101 active electricity customers, according to the latest data released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory commission (NERC).
While the overall increase is small, NERC attributes it to ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing billing accuracy and bolstering revenue collection by the Distribution Companies (DisCos). This growth coincides with reported revenue gains for DisCos,who collectively saw a 43% increase in revenue collection during the first eight months of 2025,reaching N1.5 trillion compared to N1.05 trillion in the same period of 2024.The Source reported these earnings figures on Monday.
Metering Rate by Distribution Company
Metering coverage varies significantly across different DisCos. Ikeja Electric and eko Electricity Distribution Company lead the nation with the highest metering rates,at 84.83% and 84.25% respectively.Abuja Electricity Distribution Company follows with 73.92%. Aba Power demonstrated notable advancement, increasing from 54.59% in July to 60.39% in August.
| Distribution Company | Metering Rate (August 2025) | Metering Rate (july 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Ikeja Electric | 84.83% | N/A |
| Eko Electricity Distribution Company | 84.25% | N/A |
| Abuja Electricity Distribution Company | 73.92% | N/A |
| Aba Power | 60.39% | 54.59% |
| Port harcourt DisCo | 61.29% | N/A |
| Ibadan DisCo | 50.54% | N/A |
Though,significant gaps remain,especially in the northern and mid-belt regions,where metering rates continue to lag behind the national average.This disparity raises concerns about equitable access to accurate billing and potential revenue losses for DisCos operating in these areas.
New Meter Installations & Trends
In August, 70,888 new customers were metered, a slight decrease from the 76,783 installations recorded in July. This suggests a potential slowdown in the pace of metering, despite ongoing efforts. The decrease could be attributed to supply chain issues, logistical challenges, or funding constraints.
The Importance of Metering and Revenue Collection
Accurate metering is crucial for several reasons. It ensures fair billing practices, reduces disputes between customers and DisCos, and provides a clear basis for revenue collection. Increased revenue collection