The MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited says it will roll out mass prepaid meters via the mobile Meter Asset Provider Metering Programme across its network in Enugu.

The company’s spokesman, Emeka Ezeh, disclosed this in a statement in Enugu on Monday.

He noted that the programme was meant to fast-track the metering process for unmetered customers in the area.

Mr Eze said that the mass metering initiative, which would kick off on Wednesday, covering Abakpa and Ogui districts, would offer customers the opportunity to get metered within 72 hours.

According to him, the programme aligns with the company’s commitment to bridging the existing metering gap, improving transparency in billing, and empowering customers with more control over their electricity consumption.

He maintained that the programme would be conducted in phases across various district offices, ensuring that all unmetered customers had access to quick and convenient metering options.

Mr Ezeh urged customers in the selected districts to take advantage of the opportunity to get the meters. He emphasised that accurate metering empowers users to take full control of their energy consumption and eliminates billing disputes.

He also stated that the approved meter prices ranged from N137,062.50 for a single-phase meter to N227,900 for a three-phase meter, while the costs, which are subject to monthly review, include 7.5 per cent VAT.

Mr Ezeh noted that payment for meters during the program would be made only by ATM cards, stating that cash would not be accepted. He assured the customers that there were no extra or hidden charges involved in the process other than the payment for the meter.

“Customers are encouraged to report any form of extortion by using our established whistle-blowing line (08146026678),” Mr Eze stated.

He added that while the special mobile metering exercise would be ongoing, the regular MAP metering process would remain available.

(NAN)