By Ige Adekunle
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has joined Nigerians at home and in the Diaspora in celebrating Nigeria’s 64th Independence while reiterating commitment to national development.
The Acting Managing Director Engr. Francis Agoha, made this known in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Ota,Ogun.
Agoha emphasized IBEDC’s unwavering dedication to the nation’s growth and development “As we celebrate Nigeria’s independence.”
He said, “The management of IBEDC Plc, congratulates all Nigerians, our esteemed customers, and the general public on the celebration of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary.”
According to him, it is vital to uphold the principles of integrity, hard work, and patriotism as electricity is the backbone of any nation’s economy.
Agoha remarked that IBEDC remains committed to powering Nigeria’s progress by delivering services that enhance lives and support economic growth.
As part of IBEDC’s continuous effort to support the nation, Engr. Agoha called on IBEDC customers to shun acts of energy theft, including meter tampering and illegal connections.
“Energy theft is not only a crime, punishable by law and attracts a jail time of up to three years, but it also negatively impacts the quality of service for all customers. It is a disservice to the nation,” he stressed.
He further warned that tampering with electrical installations poses significant safety risks, including severe injuries or fatalities.
The acting Managing Director also urged customers to report any cases of energy theft or suspicious activities to IBEDC to ensure the continued safety and reliability of electricity distribution in their communities.
“While the nation celebrates, IBEDC assures customers that our technical teams are ready to address any faults or issues that may arise during the holiday.
“In addition,we encourage customers to utilize our convenient payment channels to ensure uninterrupted service,”
“These include the IBEDCPAY app (available on Android and iOS), as well as IRecharge, Quickteller, Payarena, Jumia, Watu, Buypower, and ATMs. IBEDC offices will be open during the public holiday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for payment and vending services,” the statement added. (NAN)