The Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has raised alarms over the persistent challenges affecting electricity supply from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and the national grid to states in the Northwestern region. The company said the situation has continued to hamper consistent power delivery, affecting both households and businesses.
In a statement on Thursday, KEDCO’s Head of Corporate Communications, Sani Bala Sani, appealed to the Federal Government to urgently direct TCN to prioritise critical transmission projects and maintenance work to stabilise power supply. He said swift intervention is needed to prevent further disruptions in the region.
“Our network currently relies on just two major transmission routes, through Kaduna and Jos to supply power into the Kano Complex,” Sani said. “This makes the system vulnerable, and any disruption along these routes can significantly affect electricity delivery to consumers.”
The company emphasised that limited transmission pathways make the grid prone to outages, which could have wider economic and social consequences if not addressed promptly. KEDCO called for enhanced coordination between operators to ensure reliable electricity for all consumers.
Observers say that consistent power supply remains a major challenge in Northern Nigeria, underscoring the need for accelerated grid investments and preventive maintenance to boost industrial growth and household access to electricity.