An Aba resident has taken to social media to express frustration over an unusually high electricity bill of ₦72,678.58 issued by the electricity distribution company.
The distressed customer, whose identity remains undisclosed, shared a screenshot of the bill online, questioning whether the charge was meant for a single month or an entire year.
“My people, I don’t know who brought this ₦72,678.58 NEPA bill for my house ooo! APL, please, is this for one month or one year?” the resident lamented.
The post quickly gained traction, with many Nigerians sympathizing and sharing their own experiences with inflated utility charges. Some users suggested the bill might have been estimated rather than based on actual electricity consumption, a common issue faced by many households in Aba and beyond.
Others called on the electricity distribution company to review its billing system and ensure customers are fairly charged.
Cases of exorbitant estimated billing have remained a major concern across Nigeria, with many customers complaining about being charged for electricity they did not consume. The issue has sparked debates about the need for prepaid meters, which would ensure that consumers pay only for the power they use.
Residents and consumer rights groups are now urging regulatory authorities to intervene and address the growing concerns over arbitrary electricity bills.
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