Electricity now costlier than house rent — Abia residents groan over crazy bills

Electricity, once considered a basic necessity, is fast becoming a luxury. In parts of Abia, residents now say their monthly power bills rival or even exceed house rent, and the frustration is boiling over. From paying ₦6,000–₦14,000 in mid-2025 to receiving shocking bills of ₦50,000–₦70,000 today, many households feel trapped especially...