Nigerians oppose FG's proposed electricity tariff hike amid growing concerns over affordability

The Nigerian government plans to withdraw electricity subsidies and raise tariffs, aiming to reduce its monthly subsidization of over N200 billion.
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, explained the tariff hikes are meant to close the wide pricing gap between different consumer bands and attract sector investment.
However, a poll shows 73% of Nigerians oppose the tariff increases, citing concerns about affordability and poor power supply.
The government intends to retain targeted subsidies for the poorest consumers while pushing forward with tariff adjustments to sustain the power sector amid rising debts.