Post by Henry Emeka (@Emekus)

The story is TRUE — NERC officially launched the Net Billing Regulations 2026 on June 3, 2026, allowing Nigerians with qualifying solar systems to sell excess electricity back to the national grid.
And yes — it is potentially good for many Nigerians, but not all 240 million, because only those with systems between 50 kWp and 1.5 MWp can participate

Who benefits the most?
Businesses, estates, farms, factories, schools, hospitals

Upper‑middle‑income households with large solar installations

Communities or cooperatives that can jointly install 50 kWp+ systems

These groups can now:

Reduce electricity bills

Earn money/credits from excess solar

Reduce reliance on unreliable grid supply

Support renewable energy growth

Who does NOT benefit (yet)?
Most ordinary households — because typical home solar systems are 1–10 kWp, far below the 50 kWp minimum.

Low‑income Nigerians who cannot afford solar at all.

Rural communities without stable DISCO connections.

So while the policy is excellent for renewable energy, it is not designed for the average Nigerian household.

Why the 50 kWp minimum matters
A 50 kWp system costs roughly ₦35–₦60 million depending on battery size and components.
This means the policy is targeted at commercial and industrial users, not individual homes.

Overall verdict
TRUE — The policy is real and officially announced by NERC.

GOOD POLICY — It encourages renewable energy, reduces grid pressure, and supports decentralization.

NOT FOR EVERYONE — It mainly benefits businesses and large consumers, not the majority of Nigeria’s 240 million people.

https://leadership.ng/nerc-introduces-net-billing-regulations-to-let-consumers-sell-surplus-solar-power/?utm_source=copilot.com

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