The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) classifies customers into bands based on their average daily electricity hours, from Band A (highest supply) to Band E (lowest).
This blog explains what these bands mean for your tariff and bill amounts, and shows you how to easily check your electricity band.
What Are Electricity Bands in Nigeria?
Electricity bands are categories defined by NERC based on how many hours of electricity you get each day on average. These bands determine the tariff rate you pay per kilowatt-hour (kWh). Here’s the breakdown:
- Band A: 20–24 hours of electricity per day
- Band B: 16–20 hours per day
- Band C: 12–16 hours per day
- Band D: 8–12 hours per day
- Band E: 4–8 hours per day
Step-by-Step Guide to Checking Your Electricity Band
For Ikeja Electric customers:
- Visit www.ikejaelectric.com
- Click on ‘Customer Service’ then ‘Customer Feeder Information’
- Select ‘Customer Feeder Verification’
- Enter your account or meter number to see your band information instantly
For Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) customers:
- Go to https://feederinfo.ekedp.com
- Enter your account or meter number to view your current band
For Other DisCos (such as AEDC, YEDC, PHEDC, JEDC):
- Visit your specific DisCo’s official website or customer portal.
- Look for the “tariff information” or “check electricity band” section.
- Enter your meter or account number as prompted to reveal your band category.
For many customers, your prepaid meter token purchase receipts or monthly bills also display your current tariff band for easy reference.
Conclusion
Checking your electricity band is key to understanding and managing your tariff and electricity bills accurately. Use your DisCo’s online portals, billing slips, or prepaid meters to check your band regularly. For simple electricity bill payments, use VTpass and earn rewards/cashbacks when you do..
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What do I do if I’m not getting the hours promised for my band?
You should report this to your DisCo’s customer service immediately and request a meter readjustment or investigation.
Can my electricity band change? How will I know?
No, except there is an official declaration from the government.
How do I dispute or change my electricity band?
Contact your DisCo’s customer care with evidence of current supply hours or request a meter inspection. Follow their formal process for band reclassification