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The eleven electricity distribution companies in Nigeria generated N196.26 billion in revenue for September 2025.
This information comes from the latest sectoral performance factsheet released by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) on X last Friday.
The data indicated that Eko, Abuja, and Ikeja DisCos retained their status as the top performers during the reviewed period.
Of the N241.54 billion in electricity bills issued to customers in September, DisCos successfully recovered N196.26 billion, reflecting a 2.69 percent increase in actual collection compared to August. This improvement raised the collection efficiency to 81.25 percent, an increase of 1.18 percent month-on-month.
According to the report, the total energy received by the DisCos was valued at N279.45 billion, out of which N241.54 billion was billed to customers. This results in a billing efficiency of 86.43 percent, marking a 2.58 percent rise compared to August.
Aba Power achieved an impressive billing efficiency of 102.85 percent, attributed to enhanced energy optimization and the recovery of legacy debts.
Benin, Port Harcourt, and Kano DisCos demonstrated moderate efficiencies, indicating gradual improvements in their operations.
Jos, Kaduna, and Yola DisCos continued to fall behind, with NERC highlighting significant opportunities for enhancement in their commercial operations.
NERC emphasized that improving commercial performance is crucial for sustaining investments, enhancing customer experiences, and stabilizing the sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the total revenue generated by the electricity distribution companies in Nigeria for September 2025?
The electricity distribution companies in Nigeria generated a total revenue of N196.26 billion in September 2025.
Which distribution companies were the top performers in September 2025?
Eko, Abuja, and Ikeja DisCos were the top performers among the distribution companies during the reviewed period.
What improvements were noted in the billing efficiency of the DisCos?
The billing efficiency of the DisCos improved to 86.43 percent in September, which is a 2.58 percent increase compared to August.
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