By Ken Stanley

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

The Head, Corporate Communications, MEDL, Mr Emeka Ezeh, in a statement on Monday in Enugu, noted that the MAP metering programme was meant to fast-track metering process for unmetered customers in the state.

Eze said that the mass metering initiative, which would kick off on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, with its Abakpa and Ogui Districts, offers customers the opportunity to get metered within 72 hours.

He said that the Mobile MAP Metering 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.

Ezeh said that the Disco had urged customers in the selected districts to take advantage of the opportunity.

He emphasised that accurate metering empowers users to take full control of their energy consumption and eliminates billing disputes.

“Customers who are interested in the programme are required to visit the designated locations with a copy of their electricity bill and a valid means of identification,” he said.

He also said that the approved meter prices ranged from N137,062.50 for a Single-Phase meter to N227,900.00 for a Three-Phase meter, and the costs which are subject to monthly review are inclusive of 7.5 per cent VAT.

Ezeh noted that payment for meters during the programme would be with Debit Cards (ATM Cards) only, as cash transactions will not be accepted.

He assured customers that there were no extra or hidden charges involved in the process other than the payment for the meter.

The spokesman said, “Customers are encouraged to report any form of extortion by using its established whistle blowing line (08146026678).

“The company encouraged unmetered customers within the specified districts to take advantage of this metering programme to get metered faster.”

Ezeh said that while this special mobile metering exercise is ongoing, the regular MAP metering process remains available.

“Customers who are unable to participate in the mobile programme can still walk into any of the company’s district offices or visit the official website to apply for a meter through the standard application process.

“Our goal is to ensure more of our customers are metered and are able to manage their energy consumption,” Ezeh added.