Enugu Government Reverses Decision On Lister, Solar, Generator Levies

Enugu Government Reverses Decision On Lister, Solar, Generator Levies

After initially denying its existence, the Enugu State Government has halted the controversial levy on alternative energy sources amid persistent power supply issues affecting businesses and residents. Naija News reports that Dan Nwomeh, Senior Special Assistant on Media to Governor Peter Mbah, dismissed the levy reports as “fake news,” urging readers to disregard them……CONTINUE READING 

However, a receipt from an Enugu-based business revealed that the levy was indeed being collected. Later that evening, Alex Onyia, Secretary to the Enugu State Government, announced the government’s decision to stop the levy on lister, solar, and generator use.

The statement also instructed the refund of all levies collected to date and the termination of the consultancy responsible for the collection. Onyia clarified that while the Environmental and Climate Protection Law empowers the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change to regulate emissions, the necessary implementation framework is not yet in place.

The government is working on a comprehensive climate policy to balance business interests with environmental sustainability. Governor Mbah’s administration remains committed to environmental protection, ensuring fairness and transparency in its regulatory practices.