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BREAKING: Power Minister Summons AEDC, IBEDC, TCN Over Erratic Electricity Supply

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Minister of Power, Bayo Adelabu, has called for a pivotal meeting with the Chief Executives of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC), Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC), and the Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) to address the ongoing challenges of inconsistent electricity supply across the nation.

Weeks ago, Adelabu, had identified the root cause of the ongoing electricity blackout as the shortage of gas supply to electricity generation companies and outstanding debts owed to producers.

On his verified X page on Wednesday, March 6, Adelabu said: “As the Minister of Power, I am deeply concerned about the deteriorating electricity supply across the country.

“In response to this pressing issue, I have summoned the Chief Executives of Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC), as well as the Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), to a crucial meeting.

“The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the worsening power supply in their respective regions and to collectively find lasting solutions.

“It is disheartening to witness the decline in power supply despite the concerted efforts to improve the situation. The Ministry has been exerting pressure on the Generating Companies (GENCOs) to enhance their performance, resulting in a recent increase in generation to over 4000MW.

“Despite this progress, certain distribution companies are failing to adequately distribute the power supplied by TCN, while vandalism of power infrastructure exacerbates the problem in regions such as Abuja, Benin, Port Harcourt, and Ibadan.”

Adelabu offered reassurance to Nigerians, stating that measures are being taken to address these challenges, leading to a gradual increase in the availability of electricity across the nation.

He added: “Moving forward, I am committed to holding all distribution companies accountable for their performance. Willful non-performance will not be tolerated, and severe consequences, including license revocation, may be imposed. Additionally, I have instructed TCN to prioritize repair works on damaged transmission towers and power lines to improve supply in affected regions.

“During recent supervisory visits to power generating plants, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges faced by the sector.

“Plans are underway to settle outstanding debts owed to power generation and gas supply companies, which will alleviate the financial strain and contribute to improved generation levels nationwide. I urge electricity consumers to remain patient as we work tirelessly to address these issues and provide better service to all Nigerians.”

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Five Nigerians Arrested By Philippines Police For Kidnapping

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Five Nigerians have been arrested in the Philippines for allegedly kidnapping another Nigerian Student.

The suspects were arrested in Angeles City, Pampanga on Thursday.

The suspects, namely Evans Enwwereaku Chinemerem, David Chidera Ibegbulamo, Nwokeke Christian Ihechukwu, Nwokeke Cajothan Chinemmerem and Okonkwo Emmanuel Kosiso, who are all residents of Angeles City, are facing criminal complaints of kidnapping for ransom and violation of Republic Act 10591, or the Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act.

Central Luzon Police director Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan said the suspects were arrested when operatives of the Philippine National Police Anti-Kidnapping Group, together with Mabalacat City and Angeles City police, raided their hideout in Barangay Malabanias at around 5 a.m.

Maranan added that the operation was based on information from the Anti-Kidnapping Group that the suspects kidnapped their fellow Nigerian, Kingsley Chukwuemeka Ikeagwuana, a student residing at Urban Resort Residences in Paranaque City and held the victim for ransom.

“Hopefully, this will serve as a warning to those who want to commit crimes and to thieves,” he said.

Three firearms, two .45 caliber pistols and a .38 caliber revolver with ammunition were seized from the suspects.

The suspects are under police custody.

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Okonjo-Iweala Set For Re-Election As DG Of WTO

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Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is set for re-election as director-general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) after emerging as the sole candidate at the close of nomination for the position yesterday.

The WTO confirmed the development in a statement yesterday.

“Ambassador Petter Ølberg of Norway, Chair of the General Council, informed WTO members on 9 November that no further nominations for the position of Director-General had been received by the deadline of 8 November and that the incumbent Director-General, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is therefore the only candidate for the role,” the WTO said.

It added:“Director-General Okonjo-Iweala confirmed her willingness to serve a second four-year term in the role in a letter to the Chair on 16 September. On 8 October, the WTO formally commenced the process for appointing its next Director-General, with members given until 8 November to submit nominations.”

The WTO said the chair of the General Council will communicate the next steps in this process in the coming days.

“The process was led by the General Council Chair in accordance with the WTO’s “Procedures for the Appointment of Directors-General,” the organisation said.

Okonjo-Iweala’s present term will end on 31 August 2025.

She became WTO DG on February 15,2021, the first woman and African to lead the trade organisation.

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Kwara Student’s Death, Three Police Officers Detained

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Three police officers has been arrested and detaibeed for allegedly beat a Kwara State University (KWASU) student to death at Tanke Bridge in Ilorin, the state capital.

The deceased was identified as Suleiman Olayinka. The 27 year-old was said to be asthmatic. The state Police Command confirmed the arrest of the suspects.

Olayinka was allegedly killed by the policemen last Tuesday at around 2:00 pm.

An eyewitness said the incident occurred when Olayinka  got off a motorcycle and was approached by three officers, who then dragged him to the ground.

The deceased was said to have gone to collect N1,000, which he had already transferred to a point-of-sale operator to settle the fare for the commercial motorcycle  rider who brought him.

“I was with him. As soon as he got the money from a PoS operator, the officers came out of a tricycle and dragged him to the ground. The victim kept asking what offence he had committed, but they didn’t let him speak. All his pleas were ignored,” the witness said.

Confirming the arrest of the suspects, the state police spokesperson, DSP Ejire-Adeyemi Toun, in a statement issued on Friday, said“The Kwara State Police Command is aware of this unfortunate incident, which led to the sudden death of Suleiman Olayinka (M), 27 years old.

“A complaint of cheating and criminal breach of trust was reported against the deceased. Police detectives were immediately assigned to investigate the case.

“Meanwhile, the officers involved in the incident have been identified, arrested, and detained for further investigation regarding the death of the suspect.

“Further updates will be provided promptly as investigations unfold.”

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