58 h. ago Despite 187,194 Fresh Installations In Q1, 53.02% Electricity Customers Still Unmetered

Despite a fresh installation of 187,194 meters in first quarter of 2025 alone, 53.02 per cent of registered electricity customers are still without meters, latest report from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has shown. This is as Distribution Companies (DisCos) resolved only 1,554 out of 4,169 complaints escalated to the NERC-CCU, yielding a resolution […]

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3 d. ago KEDCO optimistic of improved power in Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, blames shortage on low allocation from TCN

From Desmond Mgboh, Kano The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has blamed the prevailing power shortage in Kano, Jigawa, and Katsina States on a sharp drop in power allocation from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). A public notice announcement signed by its management on Tuesday said that the reason behind the power shortage was […] The post KEDCO optimistic of improved power in Kano, Jigawa, Katsina, blames shortage on low allocation from TCN appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago KEDCO explains drop in power supply across Kano, Jigawa, Katsina

Tribune Online KEDCO explains drop in power supply across Kano, Jigawa, Katsina Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has explained the reason behind the drop in power supply across its franchise area, which covers Kano, Jigawa and Katsina states. KEDCO explains drop in power supply across Kano, Jigawa, Katsina Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Jos Electricity Distribution addresses customer complaints in Bauchi

From Paul Orude, Bauchi The Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JED Plc) has launched a three-day customer complaints resolution meeting in Bauchi, supported by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC). The meeting aimed to address electricity-related issues and provide lasting solutions for consumers in Bauchi State. In his remarks, Alhaji Mamman Umar, Acting Managing Director of […] The post Jos Electricity Distribution addresses customer complaints in Bauchi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Electricity distribution: Challenges and efforts of IBEDC to change the narrative

Tribune Online Electricity distribution: Challenges and efforts of IBEDC to change the narrative Soji Ajibola examines challenges facing electricity distribution, consumers’ perspectives, and efforts of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to change the narrative. Electricity distribution has been one of the major challenges facing the various companies saddled with the responsibility nationwide. The challenges can be aptly described as “It was in the beginning, so it is now.” […] Electricity distribution: Challenges and efforts of IBEDC to change the narrative Tribune Online

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9 d. ago Kano DisCo to commission N1.1bn expansion project to electrify Africa’s largest grain hub

The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) is set to commission a ₦1.1 billion power infrastructure project aimed at energising the read more Kano DisCo to commission N1.1bn expansion project to electrify Africa’s largest grain hub

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9 d. ago Jurisdiction of the Tax Appeal Tribunal over taxes accruing to the States; a review of Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (“PSIRS”) v. Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (“JEDC”)

Introduction Jurisdiction has been one of the most agitated subjects in Nigeria’s jurisprudence. This stems from the critical nature of read more Jurisdiction of the Tax Appeal Tribunal over taxes accruing to the States; a review of Plateau State Internal Revenue Service (“PSIRS”) v. Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (“JEDC”)

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2 w. ago Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts

Tribune Online Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts “The communities of Agatu, Apa, and Otukpo have experienced devastating losses, with over 2,000 lives lost since these challenges began. Benue killings: Idoma forum seeks inclusion in rehabilitation efforts Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company (DisCo), is leading four local and foreign firms to assemble smart electricity meters read more Aba Power is leading four firms to assemble smart meters in Aba

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2 w. ago Tinubu calls for collaborative efforts to surmount security challenges

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja President Bola Tinubu said the current security challenges require collaborative efforts by security agencies and other stakeholders to surmount. He spoke at the Legislative Dialogue organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review, in collaboration with the office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), yesterday, in Abuja. Tinubu, who […] The post Tinubu calls for collaborative efforts to surmount security challenges appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Collaborative efforts needed to surmount security challenges – Tinubu

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has said that the current security challenges requires collaborative efforts by security agencies and other stakeholders to surmount. President Tinubu stated this, while speaking at Constitution Review Legislative Dialogue organised by the House of Representatives Committee on Constitution Review, in collaboration with the office of the National Security […] The post Collaborative efforts needed to surmount security challenges – Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Anambra Police Nab Man For Allegedly Buying Vandalized EEDC Equipment

Operatives Anambra State Police Command have arrested a man for allegedly buying stolen materials gotten from vandalized Enugu Electricity Distribution Company equipment. It was gathered that the 40 years old man, identified as Maduka, was apprehended in Onitsha with equipment gotten from a destroyed facility. In a statement on Sunday by Spokesman for Anambra State […] The post Anambra Police Nab Man For Allegedly Buying Vandalized EEDC Equipment appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Power supply: Abia set to acquire Umuahia Ringed Fence of EEDC

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Abia State Government said talks have reached an advanced stage for it to acquire Umuahia Ringed Fence from the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC). Governor Alex Otti disclosed this in Aba during a civic reception organised in his honour by the Abiriba community, held at the Enyimba International Stadium. According to […] The post Power supply: Abia set to acquire Umuahia Ringed Fence of EEDC appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago IDERRCN: Renewed Push To Curb Desertification, Empower Communities

The National Agency for the Great Green Wall (NAGGW) is set to strengthen its efforts in tackling desertification and related environmental challenges through the implementation of the Integrated Dryland Ecosystem Rehabilitation, Regeneration, and Conservation (IDERRCN) Project. This project is supported by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The IDERRCN […]

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4 w. ago World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution

Tribune Online World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has sensitised students and market leaders on the dangers of plastic pollution in commemoration of the 2025 World Environment Day, with the theme, ‘Beat Plastic Pollution.’ World Environment Day: IBEDC sensitises Ibadan students, and market leaders on plastic pollution Tribune Online

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last month Power Outage Looms In Abuja, 3 States As AEDC Workers Issue Strike Notice

Workers at the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) have issued a strike notice threatening to shut down power supply in Abuja, Nasarawa, Kogi, and Niger States, putting millions at risk of blackout. The Senior Staff Association of Electricity and Allied Companies (SSAEAC) gave Abuja AEDC a two-week ultimatum to pay outstanding productivity bonuses and staff […]

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last month AEDC workers threaten indefinite strike over staff deaths, unpaid entitlements

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja The Senior Staff Association of Electricity and Allied Companies (SSAEAC) has threatened to embark on an indefinite strike over what it describes as worsening conditions at the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC). The union cited the deaths of seven workers in the space of one month, emphasising that the fatalities were […] The post AEDC workers threaten indefinite strike over staff deaths, unpaid entitlements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Faulty Meters: Angst As DisCos Migrate Consumers To Estimated Billing

The rising complaints by electricity consumers about the actions of Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) to indirectly migrate people to estimated billing in the guise of replacing obsolete or faulty meters is currently exacerbated by regulatory complexities, LEADERSHIP learnt. LEADERSHIP reports rising cases of electricity customers complaining of incessant forceful removal of their meters by DisCo […]

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