🏭 Industrial & Commercial Electricity Tariff NigeriaMD1 & MD2 rates for all 11 DisCos · NERC MYTO 2026
Maximum Demand (MD) electricity rates for businesses, factories, and commercial establishments. Compare MD1 and MD2 tariffs per kWh across all distribution companies.
Industrial electricity in Nigeria costs ₦100–₦230/kWh depending on your DisCo, band classification, and whether you are MD1 (medium commercial) or MD2 (large industrial). Band A customers pay the highest rates but receive 20+ hours of supply daily.
🏢MD1 Rates — Medium Commercial (45–500 kVA)
Hotels, shopping malls, medium factories, office complexes.
| DisCo | Band A (₦/kWh) | Band B | Band C | States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEDCO | ₦209.50 | ₦76.88 | ₦61.42 | Kano, Katsina… |
🏭MD2 Rates — Large Industrial (500+ kVA)
Manufacturing plants, heavy industry, large factories.
| DisCo | Band A (₦/kWh) | Band B | Band C | States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEDCO | ₦209.50 | ₦80.12 | ₦63.81 | Kano, Katsina… |
Non-MD (residential) customers pay lower per-kWh rates than MD customers but may experience more supply interruptions. If your business uses less than 45 kVA, you are classified as non-MD. See residential rates →
❓Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maximum Demand (MD) tariff?
Maximum Demand tariff applies to customers whose electricity usage exceeds a set threshold (typically 45kVA). These are usually factories, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. MD customers are divided into MD1 (medium commercial) and MD2 (large industrial).
What is the difference between MD1 and MD2?
MD1 covers medium-sized commercial customers (typically 45kVA–500kVA), such as hotels, shopping malls, and medium factories. MD2 covers large industrial customers (above 500kVA), such as manufacturing plants and heavy industry.
Why is the commercial tariff different from residential?
Commercial and industrial customers use more electricity and receive dedicated supply infrastructure. Their rates reflect the cost of providing higher capacity connections and typically include demand charges alongside energy charges.
Can my business switch from non-MD to MD tariff?
If your business consistently draws more than 45kVA, your DisCo may reclassify you as an MD customer. Contact your DisCo's commercial department to discuss your tariff classification.
How do I reduce my commercial electricity costs?
Strategies include: shifting heavy loads to off-peak hours, investing in power factor correction equipment, using energy-efficient machinery, considering solar supplementation, and negotiating your maximum demand threshold with your DisCo.