Eko Power Confirms Lagos State Licence for Southern Distribution
Eko Power Limited has confirmed that it holds the licence issued by the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) to distribute electricity in the southern part of Lagos State, following a regulatory shift that transferred oversight from the federal regulator to the state.
By Lawal Ayo, Editor & Founder · Published 15 Oct 2026, 03:15 WAT
Background of Regulatory Change In 2023, Nigeria amended its Electricity Act and the Constitution to allow state governments to regulate intrastate electricity generation, transmission and distribution. Lagos State responded by enacting the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024 and creating the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) to oversee the state’s electricity market.
Transfer of Oversight Under Section 230 of the Electricity Act, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) issued an order in December 2024 to begin moving regulatory control of Lagos State’s retail electricity distribution from the federal level to LASERC. The transfer was completed in June 2025, when LASERC took full responsibility for retail distribution and end‑user tariffs within the state.
Eko Power’s Licensing Status Eko Power Limited has stated that it is the distribution company licensed by LASERC to serve the southern regions of Lagos State. The company operates under a licence issued directly by LASERC and must comply with the commission’s tariff methodology and service‑level standards.
Tariff and Service Commitments The firm’s tariffs are cost‑reflective and have been approved by LASERC. It publishes service‑level commitments for all customer categories and feeders in the area, ensuring that its obligations align with the state’s regulatory framework.
Governance and Operations Eko Power emphasises that its operations and customer service responsibilities are governed by Lagos State law. The company argues that its existence is a result of the state exercising its constitutional authority to regulate retail electricity distribution.
Conclusion By affirming its licence, Eko Power highlights the shift in Nigeria’s electricity regulation that empowers states to manage their own markets. The company’s compliance with LASERC’s standards and its publicly disclosed tariffs demonstrate its commitment to meeting the regulatory expectations set by Lagos State.
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