Jos DisCo Explains Drop in Power Supply in Four States

Jos DisCo Explains Drop in Power Supply in Four States

The Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (JED Plc) has attributed the ongoing poor power supply in Plateau, Bauchi, Benue, and Gombe states to a significant reduction in electricity allocation from the national grid.

Speaking to journalists in Jos on Wednesday, the company’s spokesperson, Saratu Aliyu Dauda, said the drop in supply is largely beyond the control of the distribution company, stressing that its operations depend entirely on the volume of electricity received from the grid.

According to her, “the reduction in power supply is a result of decreased allocation from the national grid. As a distribution company, our capacity to supply electricity is dependent on what is made available to us. We appeal to our customers for understanding during this period.”

The development reflects broader electricity supply challenges in Nigeria, where fluctuations in generation and grid instability continue to impact power distribution nationwide.

Industry data indicate that Nigeria’s power generation has been inconsistent in recent months, often dropping below optimal levels due to constraints such as gas supply shortages, maintenance issues at generation plants, and transmission limitations. These factors have collectively reduced the amount of power wheeled through the national grid to distribution companies like JED Plc.

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In addition to reduced allocation, national grid instability and system disturbances have further compounded the situation. Frequent grid fluctuations and occasional system collapses have disrupted supply, making it difficult for distribution companies to maintain steady electricity to end users.

JED Plc also acknowledged that infrastructure limitations within its network—including overloaded feeders, aging transformers, and technical losses—affect efficient distribution, especially when available power is already limited.

The company noted that vandalism and theft of power installations in parts of its franchise area have worsened outages. Damage to critical infrastructure such as transformers and distribution lines often leads to prolonged downtime and delays in restoration.

Furthermore, security challenges in some locations across the North Central and North East regions have made it difficult for technical teams to access certain areas for routine maintenance and emergency repairs, thereby extending outage periods.

Despite these challenges, JED Plc said it is actively engaging with stakeholders in the power sector, including generation and transmission companies, to improve supply stability. It added that efforts are ongoing to upgrade infrastructure, replace faulty equipment, and enhance service delivery across its franchise states.

The company reiterated its commitment to improved electricity distribution in Plateau, Bauchi, Benue, and Gombe, urging customers to remain patient and cooperative during the period of reduced supply.

The situation has raised concerns among residents and businesses, as poor electricity supply continues to negatively impact economic activities, increase reliance on alternative energy sources, and drive up operational costs across the affected states.

Jos DisCo Explains Drop in Power Supply in Four States