NewsNigeriaPoliticsNigeria Eyes End to Electricity Subsidy, Echoing Concerns From Fuel Price Hike
The Nigerian government has announced plans to phase out the electricity subsidy programme, a move that is likely to raise electricity prices for Nigerians. This announcement comes just barely a year after the controversial removal of fuel subsidy, sparking concerns about affordability and potential economic strain on Nigerians. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga justified the decision by citing the high cost of the subsidy program, estimated at N3.3 trillion annually. The government argues that these funds...










