Power
Eko Power clarifies regulatory status under Lagos electricity law
Eko Power Limited has confirmed its distribution operations in southern Lagos are governed by the state's electricity regulatory commission.
Key points
- Eko Power operates under a distribution licence issued by the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission.
- The regulatory transfer followed the Electricity Act 2023 and a constitutional amendment granting states power oversight.
- LASERC assumed full responsibility for Lagos retail distribution and tariffs in June 2025.
Regulatory shift
Eko Power Limited has issued a statement clarifying that its operations in southern Lagos are regulated by the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC). According to Nigeria Info FM, the clarification follows recent structural reforms in the country's power sector.
The changes stem from the Electricity Act 2023, alongside a constitutional amendment that decentralised authority over electricity generation, transmission, and distribution to state governments. Following these legal adjustments, the Lagos State Government enacted the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 to establish LASERC.
Transition timeline
Reporting from Nigeria Info FM indicates that the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission ordered the transfer of retail oversight in December 2024. The formal transition concluded in June 2025, when LASERC took over responsibilities for distribution governance and end-user tariffs within the state.
Eko Power stated that it functions strictly under LASERC licensing terms. The company noted that it adheres to state-approved cost-reflective tariffs and service commitments across all feeder bands, maintaining compliance with local transparency mandates.
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