and Trade Union Congress of Nigeria have given the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission till May 12, 2024 to reverse the hike in electricity tariff to N65/kwh or face a nationwide action across its offices.
Contained in a letter jointly signed by Comrade Joe Ajaero and Comrade Festus Osifo, and NLC and TUC Presidents, respectively, and addressed to the Chairman/CEO, NERC, the labour centres said: “This is to refer you to our May Day address where we expressed grave concerns regarding the recent announcement of an astronomical hike in electricity tariff across the nation from N65/kwh to N225/Kwh by your Commission.
“NERC’s role entails the regulation of electricity tariffs in the country, a duty outlined in explicit detail within the statutes governing the Commission. Yet, with this recent tariff hike which you have acquiesced, it 1s evident that and the Generating Companies to promote their nefarious market practices.“The announced tariff hike not only defies the established procedure mandated by law but also tramples upon the rights of Nigerian citizens.
The letter was copied to: The Secretary to the Government of the Federation , Minister of Labour & Employment, Minister of Power, and All Electricity Distribution Companies .
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