The ministry of
power says no decision has been reached on whether Nigerians will get two
months of free electricity.
This comes after
electricity distribution companies (DisCos) said the federal government would
bear the financial responsibility of the exercise.
In a tweet on
Friday, the ministry of power said the government would officially communicate
its decision when it has arrived at one.
The ministry assured
Nigerians that the government is working on ways to ameliorate the hardship
caused by the disease outbreak.
“No decision has
been taken by the federal government to provide Nigerians with free electricity
for two months,” the tweet read.
“If and when that
becomes a reality, it shall be announced officially.
“Be rest assured
that FG is exploring ways to ameliorate any hardship on Nigerians.”
Please Note: NO DECISION has been taken by the Federal Government to provide Nigerians with FREE ELECTRICITY for 2 months. If and when that becomes a reality, it shall be announced officially.— Office of the Minister of Power (@PowerMinNigeria) April 10, 2020
Be rest assured that FG is exploring ways to ameliorate any hardship on Nigerians.
The proposed
initiative was first announced by Femi Gbajabiamila, the speaker of the house
of representatives, who had said the lower chamber was considering a second
stimulus bill that would allow Nigerians to enjoy electricity for two months
without paying charges.
The electricity
distribution companies (DisCos) had also said they are working on the
modalities to provide free electricity to all Nigerians for two months.
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