Bauchi Consumers Skeptical of JEDC's Free Meter Rollout

In Bauchi, consumers are expressing skepticism as the Jos Electricity Distribution Company (JEDC) rolls out 109,251 free prepaid meters. During a quarterly customer consult forum, residents highlighted persistent challenges, including erratic power supply and faulty transformers, which have led to high estimated bills ranging from N10,000 to N20,000 despite making payments.

Chairman of the customer consult forum, Hassan Ibrahim, noted that consumers continue to face issues with estimated billing. Pastor Daniel Numshi Balewa voiced frustration over repeated promises regarding meter installations that have yet to materialize, emphasizing the need for visible changes in service delivery.

Aliko Moham Azar raised concerns about the handling of faulty transformers, alleging that the community is often left to fund repairs while the electricity company fails to properly fix or replace transformers. JEDC has pledged to address minor faults promptly and improve service delivery, with consumers insisting on consistent power supply and fair billing to restore their confidence.