June 3, 2026
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja
ABUJA — The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has introduced a new regulatory framework that allows electricity consumers to generate renewable energy and sell excess power to electricity distribution companies (DisCos).
In a public notice announcing the commencement of the Net Billing Regulations 2026 on Wednesday, the Commission said the initiative is aimed at boosting renewable energy adoption, especially solar power, while expanding private participation in electricity generation.
Under the framework, eligible electricity consumers — described as “prosumers” — will be allowed to generate electricity primarily for self-use and export surplus energy to the national distribution network under a net billing arrangement.
