Building Strong State Electricity Commissions: A Path to Power Sector Growth and Fostering Investor Confidence
The Electricity Act (2023) stands as one of the most significant reforms in Nigeria’s energy sector. Its hallmark is the devolution of authority to states to generate, transmit, and distribute power within their territories, granting them substantial control over their local electricity markets. This progressive development is expected to foster constructive competition among states, driving improved power delivery to citizens.
However, the ongoing debate over amending an Act that is less than