The House of Representatives has ordered the suspension of the increase in electricity tariff by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC.
This decision came after motions were brought forth by Shehu Ajilo and Kama Nkem Karama during the Tuesday session.
NERC’s decision to hike electricity tariffs, particularly for customers classified under Band A, who receive 20 hours of electricity supply daily, stirred widespread discontent.
The tariff adjustment, which went into effect on April 3, saw costs surge to N225 per kilowatt (kW), a significant jump from the previous rate of N66.
Additionally, Shehu Ajilo brought attention to the ongoing fuel scarcity issue, prompting swift action from the House.
Without much deliberation, the motion was adopted, highlighting the severity of the situation.
As a result, the House summoned the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, to address the petrol shortages plaguing the nation.
The resurgence of long queues at petrol stations across the country has raised alarm bells, indicating a deepening crisis in the availability of fuel. Motorists are not only facing inconvenience but also grappling with inflated prices at the pump.
In calling upon the ministers and the NNPCL boss to provide explanations for the ongoing fuel scarcity, the House aims to shed light on the root causes of the problem and seek assurances regarding the measures being taken to alleviate it.
