Anambra electricity commission urges improved service for residents
The Anambra State Electricity Regulatory Commission has called for stronger cooperation between electricity providers and consumers to improve service delivery in the state. Prof. Frank Okafor, Managing Director of ASERC, highlighted the importance of community engagement to address issues like energy theft and over-estimated billings. The commission, established under the Anambra State Electricity Law, 2025, aims to ensure reliable and affordable electricity for all. Okechukwu Okafor of FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company also stressed the need to combat electricity theft and improve metering.
What we know
- Prof. Frank Okafor emphasized the role of ASERC as an independent regulator to oversee and develop Anambra’s electricity market.
- The commission was established under the Anambra State Electricity Law, 2025, to enforce standards and resolve complaints.
- Community engagement forums are being used to address issues such as poor electricity supply, energy theft, and over-estimated billing.
- Okechukwu Okafor from FirstPower highlighted ongoing efforts to phase out estimated billing by providing pre-paid meters.
- Strict measures, including prosecution and imprisonment, are planned for those involved in meter bypassing, vandalism, or energy theft.
