Electricity Sector Update: Mini-Grid Regulations 2023

Introduction

On 29 December 2023, the Chairman of the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (the Commission) signed the Mini-Grid Regulations, 2023 (2023 Regulations) replacing the Mini-Grid Regulations 2016. Pursuant to the Commission’s powers under Section 226 of the Electricity Act 2023, the 2023 Regulations
retain most of the provisions of the 2016 regulations while introducing amendments geared towards improved efficiency in the mini-grid power generation sector.