New Regulations Require Replacement Of Obsolete Electric Meters By Utility Companies

New Regulations Require Replacement Of Obsolete Electric Meters Bu Utility CompaniesThe Federal Government has mandated that electricity distribution companies (Discos) replace any phased-out electricity meters due to technological upgrades. This directive, issued by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), clarifies that while Unistar meters are not immediately slated for phasing out, they will soon become obsolete due to necessary advancements.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a recent statement, NERC warned that users of Unistar meters could encounter difficulties with vending after the upgrade is implemented. The commission emphasized that any meters being replaced by Discos must be substituted to ensure uninterrupted service for customers.

With Nigeria facing a metering deficit of around seven million, some Discos have insisted that customers acquire new meters before a looming November 14 deadline. NERC Vice Chairman Musiliu Oseni explained in an interview that no formal directive has been issued regarding the phase-out of Unistar meters, which is currently managed on an operational basis by the Discos. He pointed out that the challenge revolves around the Token Identifier Rollover, which could affect customers’ ability to purchase electricity if not resolved.

Oseni confirmed that Unistar meters are not upgradeable, making their eventual replacement necessary. “If they say those meters are not upgradable, they can choose to phase them out. However, as they remove the meters, they must replace them according to the rules. It is the responsibility of the Discos to ensure this,” he stated. He also noted that during the transition, customers should not face estimated billing or be denied electricity access.

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