KERC Tasks KEDL to Fix Epileptic Power Supply in Kogi East
The Kogi State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has urged the Kogi Electricity Distribution Limited (KEDL) to develop and implement effective strategies to address the longstanding issue of epileptic power supply in Kogi East Senatorial District.
While addressing the KEDL Management team during the meeting in Lokoja on Thursday, the KERC Chairman/CEO Engr. Ibrahim S. Abdwaaris expressed disappointment over the persistent power outage in Kogi East, despite its significance and vast economic potential in the area.
He emphasized that the situation is unacceptable and urged KEDL to think outside the box to resolve the problem and strengthen other part of their networks within Kogi state for improved power supply to the end users. The Chairman/CEO said and I quote ” business is an investment driven, so KEDL should be ready to invest in the network to enhance and earn returns -on- investment.
“As a regulator, we are saying that the Kogi electricity market must not be treated like in the past. This is KEDL; we should put our instruments together to give a new lease of life to grow the electricity sector in Kogi State,” Engr. Abdwaaris stated.
The KERC boss tasked KEDL to act differently under the new dispensation, ensuring that its operations have a positive impact on the people as KERC is ever ready to support KEDL business operations in the state for balance and equity.
He stressed the need for efficiency and reliability in the electricity sector, advising KEDL to treat the Kogi electricity market in line with KERC’s new mandate.
In response, KEDL Acting Managing Director Mr. Olaseni Agunpopo disclosed that the company is making adequate power improvement plans in the state and has also prepared to mitigate challenges associated with the upcoming rainy season.
He also provided an update on the metering status in the state, revealing that 30% of customers have been metered, while 70% remain unmetered. However, Mr. Agunpopo assured that KEDL will soon commence the distribution of free meters to customers on Band A feeders.
The KEDL boss also promised to lock into resolving problems associated with obsolete meters within the network.
Engr. Abdwaaris and his management team used the opportunity to offer suggestions and crucial advice as a regulator on how KEDL can improve its services and ensure strict compliance with KERC’s business rules, operation codes and market regulations.
The meeting marked a major step towards addressing power supply challenges and strict adherence to the regulation of KERC.
As KEDL works to implement the necessary changes, residents of the state hope for a more reliable and efficient electricity supply.
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