Strat.1 Prioritise investments in the transmission and distribution infrastructure to reduce technical and non-technical losses.
Strat.2 Support the implementation of tariffs that reflect the true cost of electricity generation and distribution.
Strat.3 Strengthen legislation to increase penalties for energy theft, meter tampering, and vandalism of energy infrastructure.
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 The 10th House of Reps have prioritise the transmission and distribution infrastructure to reduce technical and non-technical losses Through the annual budgetary allocations. For instance in 2024, the energy sector received notable allocations of ₦344.097 billion, marking a 43.9% increase from the previous year's ₦239 billion allocation. That was aimed at improving investment, enhancing infrastructure and addressing sectoral challenges.
(https://guardian.ng/energy/power-sector-budget-allocation-increases-by-44-per-cent/?utm)
While in 2.135 tillion was allocated for th energy sector in 2025, out of which 150 billion was for residential Power Initiative (PPI). This was aimed at improving the national grid's capacity and reliability (https://www.facebook.com/nigeriannewsdirect/posts/the-federal-ministry-of-power-has-allocated-n150-billion-for-transmission-projec/1119004993568561/). Also the governemnt planned to spend 2.3 trillion on electricity subsidies for distribution companies in 2025 (https://theelectricityhub.com/fg-to-spend-n2-3-trillion-on-electricity-subsidy-in-2025/?utm)
Strat.2 The introduction of Band A, B, C, and E tarrifs as a way of reflicting the true cost of electricty generation and distribution of electricity
Strat.3 The House of Representatives is yet to provide a legislation for increase penalties for energy theft, meter tempering and vandalism. However, the NERC has outlined penalty for anyone caught vandalising or tempering with Meter.
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Implementation Strategies
Strat.1 Review and strengthen existing legal frameworks, including the Electric Power Sector Reform Act (EPSRA) and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), to reflect current realities.
Strat.2 Decentralise energy production by promoting off-grid solutions, especially in rural areas where grid connectivity is challenging
Strat.3 Decentralise energy production by promoting off-grid solutions, especially in rural areas where grid connectivity is challenging .
Strat.4 Adopt legislative measures to promote renewable energy through tax incentives, grants, etc ., for investments in renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, and hydro .
Strat.5 Mandate regular and transparent audits of all entities in the energy sector to curb corruption
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 The Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill, 2025 (HB. 2138) was passed and assented to by the President on 2 February 2026, representing a significant step towards strengthening and modernising Nigeria’s electricity sector legal and regulatory framework.
(https://www.thecable.ng/beyond-the-grid-what-the-new-electricity-act-really-changes/)
Strat.2 The decentralisaton of electricity through the Electricity Act 2023 which recognises the powers of State Houses of Assembly to make laws for the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, as well as oversee electricity system operations within their States
(https://placng.org/Legist/electricity-act-constitution-alteration-aim-to-improve-power-sector/)
Strat.3 This is done by the decentralisaton of electricity through the Electricity Act 2023 which support the Rural Electrification and Off-Grid Projects. (https://placng.org/Legist/electricity-act-constitution-alteration-aim-to-improve-power-sector/)
Strat.4 Renewable Energy Development Bill, 2024
Bill Number: HB. 1386 . Sponsor by Hon. Olatunji Shakiru Ajala.
Strat.5 N/A
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Implementation Strategies (STRAT)
Strat.1 Implement stricter penalties for oil companies that flare gas, a practice that is not only environmentally harmful but also wasteful as the gas could be harnessed for power generation
Specific Legislative Actions
Strat.1 Gas Flaring (Prohibition and Punishment) Bill (HB. 1596) was initiated and passed second reading November 2024, the House passed the Gas Flaring (Prohibition and Punishment) Bill through its second reading.
(https://von.gov.ng/gas-flaring-prohibition-bill-passes-second-reading-in-house-of-reps/?utm)
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