The House of Representatives on Thursday, rejected the proposed tariff increase by the National Electricity Regulatory Commission.
PLATFORM TIMES gathered that the national assembly took a firm stance against the proposed increase in the tariff.
The resolution was reached following a motion presented by a lawmaker, Aliyu Madaki.
Madaki expressed strong disapproval of the price hike, especially considering the recent increase in petrol prices that has already burdened many Nigerians.
Madaki emphasized that it is inappropriate and insensitive to introduce such a significant tariff increase at a time when citizens are still grappling with the impact of the petrol price surge
In response to the motion, the House has mandated its committee on power, once constituted, to engage in discussions with NERC.
The aim is to seek a mutual understanding and find a middle ground to address the proposed tariff hike, considering the current economic challenges faced by the populace.
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