By Ayomide Otitoju
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has inaugurated the Forum of Nigerian Electricity Regulators (FONER), a platform designed to enhance coordination and effectiveness in electricity regulation across the country.
The announcement was made by NERC Chairman, Dr. Musiliu Oseni, during the first quarter 2026 Regulatory Meeting with State Electricity Regulators (SERs) in Lagos on Wednesday. He described FONER as a significant step in Nigeria’s transition toward a multi-level electricity market.
“We must work collaboratively to avoid regulatory arbitrage by operators. I charge all of us to carry out this mandate with the highest sense of responsibility. Pursuant to Section 230(9) of the Electricity Act 2023, I hereby declare the Forum of Nigerian Electricity Regulators duly inaugurated,” Dr. Oseni said.
FONER is tasked with fostering dialogue between NERC and SERs, promoting harmonised approaches in tariff setting, market operations, and consumer protection, and supporting capacity-building through peer learning. It will also act as a consultative platform for electricity market reforms while advancing transparency, accountability, and national regulatory standards.
The meeting highlighted the review of the fourth quarter 2025 action log, the signing and launch of the FONER Charter, and the inauguration of the forum’s leadership. Dr. Oseni serves as Chairman, with Engr. Chijioke Okonkwo of the Enugu State Electricity Regulatory Commission as Vice Chairman, and Aisha Mahmud, NERC Commissioner for Stakeholder Management, as Secretary.
The quarterly regulatory meeting continues to provide a platform for NERC and state regulators to exchange ideas, strengthen collaboration, and drive improvements in Nigeria’s electricity supply industry, aiming to expand access to reliable power for Nigerians.
