Nigeria power company association supports banning estimated electric bills

The bill has passed its third reading in the national assembly. It compels distribution companies to install prepaid metres for all power consumers. Estimated billing would be punishable by a year in prison, a fine of N1m ($2,400), or both.

Education will be required after the bill becomes law to help consumers understand their rights, Ogaji says. Consumer-focused groups have a role to play in ensuring that consumers are properly sensitized as to their rights and where to seek redress, she adds.