Debt: AEDC Issues Ultimatum to Government Agencies Or Risk Disconnection

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has sternly warned 86 government agencies and departments, including the Presidential Villa, CBN Governor, EFCC, FIRS, FAAN, and various ministries, to settle outstanding electricity bills totaling N47.1 billion within the next ten days.  Failure to comply will result in disconnection effective Wednesday, 28th February, 2024, as stated in the notice issued on Monday by AEDC. “The Abuja Electricity Distribution PLC is constrained to do this publication with the details of Government, Ministries, Departments and Agencies with long outstanding unpaid bills for services rendered to them through the provision of electricity supply in that our previous attempts to make them honour their obligations have not achieved the desired results. “The relevant MDAs are hereby given notice that the AEDC shall after the expiration of 10 days from the date of this publication, that is, after Wednesday, 28th February, 2024, embark on the disconnection of my our services to them until they discharge their obligations to us by paying their debts,” the notice read.

Technical challenges responsible for Abuja blackout – AEDC

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), has blamed technical challenges for the blackout that is being experienced in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and other parts of its franchise areas. Nigerian Anchor reports that the AEDC is responsible for electricity supply in the FCT, Kogi, Nasarawa and Niger states. In a public notice signed by its Management, which it posted on Wednesday afternoon, the electricity distribution company, DisCo, said that it was already aware of the situation. “The Management of Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC) wishes to inform its esteemed customers that it is aware of the power outages and fluctuations being experienced in recent times. “This is primarily due to technical challenges caused by the combination of inclement weather conditions, vandalism, routine maintenance, and technical installations at various locations within our franchise area. “While we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused, we assure you that the ongoing technical installations across our franchise are aimed at improving the quality of your power supply. “We thank you for your patience and understanding,” AEDC said.