Nigerians who generate electricity through solar energy systems will now be able to sell excess power to the national grid under the newly introduced Net Billing Regulation 2026.
In a statement, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) said the regulation allows eligible customers with renewable energy systems, particularly solar photovoltaic installations, to consume the electricity they generate and export surplus energy to their distribution companies’ networks.
According to the commission, participants in the scheme will receive energy credits based on export tariffs approved by NERC for the electricity supplied to the grid.
NERC explained that the regulation is aimed at expanding access to clean energy, reducing pressure on the national electricity grid, attracting private sector investment in distributed power generation, and supporting Nigeria’s efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
The commission further disclosed that prospective participants must be connected to the network of a licensed electricity distribution company and operate a renewable energy system with a capacity ranging from 50 kilowatt-peak (kWp) to 1.5 megawatt-peak (MWp). The capacity range covers large residential solar installations as well as commercial and industrial facilities.
NERC noted that the introduction of the Net Billing Regulation represents a major shift in Nigeria’s electricity sector, enabling businesses, industries, and larger households to become active contributors to the country’s power supply while earning compensation for excess energy generated and supplied to the grid.
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