If you purchased a prepaid electricity meter under the Meter Asset Provider (MAP) scheme, you may have heard about the MAP refund.

For customers who paid for their meters under the scheme, the refund process can mean receiving the eligible amount as a credit on their electricity account, rather than receiving cash directly.

But who qualifies for the refund? How do you know if you are eligible? And what should you do if you receive a refund token?

What Is the MAP Scheme?

The Meter Asset Provider (MAP) scheme was introduced by the Nigerian electricity regulatory authorities to help address the country's electricity metering gap.

Under the scheme, electricity customers could obtain prepaid meters through approved third-party Meter Asset Providers rather than waiting indefinitely for their Distribution Company (DisCo) to provide a meter.

The aim was to increase the number of metered electricity customers and reduce reliance on estimated billing.

What Is the MAP Refund?

The MAP refund is a reimbursement mechanism for eligible customers who purchased their electricity meters under the MAP scheme.

Instead of receiving the refund as cash, eligible customers may receive the value as a credit to their electricity account, issued in the form of a refund token for prepaid-meter customers.

This means the refund can ultimately be applied to your electricity account and used toward your electricity consumption.

It is important to note that not every electricity customer is automatically eligible for a MAP refund. Eligibility depends on the customer's circumstances and the relevant verification process carried out by the DisCo.

Who May Be Eligible for a MAP Refund?

You may need to check your eligibility if:

You purchased your prepaid meter through the MAP scheme.
Your meter purchase falls within the period and criteria covered by the applicable refund arrangement.
You have received an official notification from your DisCo regarding the refund.

How to Check Your MAP Refund Eligibility

If you are an AEDC customer, there are several ways to check your eligibility.

1. Check the AEDC Website

Visit the official AEDC website and look for information relating to MAP refunds, refunds and compensation, announcements, or MAP FAQs.

The DisCo may publish updates, eligibility information, or instructions for customers.

Always use AEDC's official website or verified communication channels when checking your eligibility.

2. Check Your Email and SMS

If your account has been verified and you are eligible, AEDC may contact you using the details associated with your electricity account.

Check for:

SMS notifications
Emails
Refund instructions
Refund-token information

For prepaid-meter customers, an eligible refund may be communicated through a unique token that can be loaded onto the meter.

Do not share your refund token publicly.

3. Contact AEDC Customer Support

If you're unsure about your eligibility

visit https://maprefund.abujaelectricity.com/ or click here

Then enter your accurate meter number

For eligible prepaid-meter customers, the refund may be provided as a refund token that can be loaded onto the meter.

The token should be treated like any other sensitive electricity token: keep it secure and only enter it into the correct meter.

If you experience a problem loading the token, don't repeatedly enter random codes. Instead, contact your DisCo or the relevant support channel for assistance.

If you purchased your meter through the MAP scheme, it is worth checking official information from your DisCo to determine whether you are eligible for a refund.

For AEDC customers, keep an eye on official AEDC announcements, check your registered email and phone number, and contact AEDC directly if you need clarification.

And once you're ready to purchase your next electricity token, BuyPower is here to make the process simple, convenient, and secure.

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