Nigeria’s House of Representatives has urged the Federal Government to reduce electricity tariffs for public tertiary institutions, citing the negative impact of recent tariff hikes on these institutions. The lawmakers are concerned that the increased tariffs have led to power cuts, disrupting academic activities and compromising the safety of students and staff.
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Key Concerns:
- Inability to function optimally: Public institutions are struggling due to inadequate funding and power cuts.
- Student unrest: The disruption of academic activities has provoked unrest among students.
- Socio-economic consequences: Continued suspension of academic operations could exacerbate frustration among students, leading to grave socio-economic consequences and instability.
The House has mandated its Committees on Power, Tertiary Education, and Services to engage with relevant stakeholders and ensure compliance with this resolution ¹. This move aims to ensure affordable electricity rates for public tertiary institutions, safeguarding the security and welfare of students and staff.
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