38 Companies, Including MTN, Operate Without Power Licenses

The Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) reported that 38 companies, including MTN Nigeria Communications Plc, Flour Mill Nigeria Plc, and Golden Penni, have generated approximately 600 megawatts of electricity without the required licenses. These companies operate across various local government areas in Lagos State and have not completed the mandatory application process for licenses as mandated by the regulatory framework.

LASERC has notified stakeholders and the public about these unlicensed operations. Notably, MTN Nigeria appears multiple times on the list, reflecting its various captive power installations, including a 3.46MW plant in Apapa and a 4.5MW installation in Ojota.

Other significant companies listed include African Steel Mill Nigeria Ltd and Honeywell Flour Mill Plc, among others, with capacities ranging from 2MW to 77MW. The commission's efforts to regulate these entities are ongoing, and the lack of compliance raises concerns about adherence to electricity regulations in the state.