IKEDC Sets Feb 20 Deadline for Customers to Submit Valid IDs or Face Disconnection
The Ikeja Electric Distribution Company, IKDC has directed all customers to submit valid identification details by February 20, 2026, warning that failure to comply may result in invalid electricity bills and possible service suspension. The directive is part of the company’s effort to align with the Nigeria Tax Act (2025), which came into effect on January 1, 2026.
According to a public notice issued by IKEDC on Wednesday, February 12, 2026, the Nigeria Tax Act (2025) mandates that all invoices, including electricity bills, must include at least one valid customer identifier. Acceptable forms of identification include a Tax Identification Number (TIN), National Identification Number (NIN), or a Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration number.
To comply with this statutory requirement and ensure your January 2026 and subsequent bills are valid, we request that customers submit any of the above identification details using the designated form,” IKEDC stated. The company emphasized that bills issued without valid IDs will be considered invalid, and non-compliance could result in electricity supply interruption after the deadline
The notice affects millions of households and businesses across IKEDC’s service areas, including Ikeja, Oshodi, Ikorodu, and other parts of Lagos State. IKEDC said the update is part of efforts to improve tax compliance, transparency, and revenue tracking under the new law.
Industry experts say the measure aligns with broader tax reform initiatives aimed at expanding the tax base and enhancing financial traceability across sectors. By linking utility billing to verified identification, authorities can better monitor economic activity and improve revenue administration.
Industry experts say the measure aligns with broader tax reform initiatives aimed at expanding the tax base and enhancing financial traceability across sectors. By linking utility billing to verified identification, authorities can better monitor economic activity and improve revenue administration.
However, the short compliance window has raised concerns among consumers who may lack immediate access to TINs, NINs, or CAC registration, particularly in informal or underserved communities. Similar ID requirements are also being enforced across other sectors, including banking and vehicle registration, under strengthened regulatory frameworks.
IKEDC urged customers to submit their identification details promptly to avoid billing disruptions or service disconnections, thanking them for their cooperation in complying with the new regulations.
