Delta State has called on the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to end estimated billing by prioritising the widespread deployment of prepaid meters across the state. This appeal was made by the Commissioner for Energy, Sunday Tatabuzogwu, during a courtesy visit by BEDC’s Regional Head in Asaba, Mr. Gboyega Agunlejiga, and his team to the Ministry of Energy on Thursday. Tatabuzogwu emphasised that estimated billing continues to frustrate electricity consumers, particularly small-scale businesses that find it difficult to budget and manage their power usage effectively. He maintained that the key solution is the mass distribution of prepaid meters to all customers, beyond just those classified under Band A. “The focus should not be solely on Band A. BEDC must extend metering to Bands B, C, and D, where most small-scale industries fall. “This will ensure fairness, transparency, and help these businesses manage their electricity consumption and cost effectively,” Tatabuzogwu stated. He noted that Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration, through the MORE Agenda, is consistently investing in electricity infrastructure across Delta State and expects BEDC to support these efforts by eliminating estimated billing for all consumers. The commissioner also urged the immediate energising of transformers provided by the state government and private individuals, cautioning that idle transformers are vulnerable to vandalism. He stressed that promptly powering these installations would safeguard public infrastructure and enhance electricity supply. Tatabuzogwu described Delta State as a rising force in Nigeria’s electricity sector, citing increasing investor interest in the region. He encouraged BEDC to maintain strong collaboration with the Ministry of Energy to prevent miscommunication and ensure seamless implementation of power projects.