The 11 electricity distribution companies (DisCos) in the
country say they are working to provide free electricity to all Nigerians for
two months.
In a statement on Wednesday, Sunday Oduntan, spokesperson of
the DisCos, said this is to mitigate the hardship of Nigerians during the
coronavirus pandemic.
The executive director of research and advocacy, Association
of Nigerian Electricity Distributors (ANED), the umbrella body of the DisCos,
said the details of the implementation will be provided soon.
“The Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOS) recognise
the challenging effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the economic and daily
lives of our customers,” Oduntan said.
“In fulfilment our commitments to the nation, we hereby
align ourselves with the efforts of the National Assembly and the Federal
Executive to mitigate the hardships that are currently being borne by our
customers and other citizens all over the country.
“We commend the Federal Legislators, the Executive arm and
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) for their initiative and
we are committed to working with them to ensure more efficient power supply
within this difficult period, as the nation battles with the ravages of
COVID-19.
“We are also completely aligned with the plans to ensure
palliative measures, including free electricity supply to all Nigerians for two
months, to make life easier, during the lockdown period. Details of
implementation to come soon.
“Again, as a key utility player in the Nigerian Electricity
Supply Industry (NESI), we hereby reiterate our commitment to improving service
delivery to the nation during this pandemic period and thereafter.”
Femi Gbajabiamila, the speaker of the house of
representatives, had said the lower chamber was considering a second stimulus
bill that will allow Nigerians to enjoy electricity for two months without
paying charges.
Meanwhile, Ghana had announced its relief plan for its
citizens, which includes 50% pay raise for health workers, free water for all
and constant electricity supply for three months.
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