Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has said that over 80% of vandals caught destroying its facilities were former employees dismissed for misconduct.
Its Acting CEO, Mrs. Rekhiat Momoh,disclosed this at a recent stakeholder forum held in the Lekki Business District, where she also implored the public to continually expose vandals in their neighborhood.
She appealed to customers to take ownership of infrastructure protection in order to tame the rising cases of energy theft and vandalism.
Represented by Mr. Abdulrahman Abdulkadir, General Manager, Revenue Cycle,Momoh encouraged the use of EKEDC’s confidential whistleblowing platforms and warned that tampering with electrical equipment poses life-threatening risks.
She revealed that EKEDC has launched safety training programs, upgraded monitoring systems, and deployed new technologies to detect and prevent threats to its infrastructure.
“Safety is at the heart of everything we do.By protecting our network, we reduce risks and ensure more reliable electricity for all,” she added
She spoke on the infrastructure upgrades and metering expansion plans, saying her company is investing millions of naira in upgrading aging infrastructure, especially within the Lekki District.
This,she said, includes replacing faulty transformers, outdated equipment and the addition of new feeders on the coastal line.
Addressing concerns about Band A tariffs, Mrs. Momoh assured customers of premium service delivery.
She said: “We’re committed to giving value for every naira paid,” she said. “But energy theft and non-payment remain major setbacks to stable supply.”
She revealed that her company has introduced a minimum payment policy requiring customers to settle at least 50% of their transformer’s total consumption before supply is restored.
The forum provided a platform for direct dialogue, immediate feedback, and shared solutions.
“This town hall creates a vital bridge between our customers and service providers,” said Momoh. “It brings us closer to the realities on the ground, so we can collectively address challenges and improve service delivery.”
Mr. Osas Airen, President of LECECODA (Orchid Road), commended EKEDC’s responsiveness and transparency. “We’ve seen tremendous change. This engagement shows EKEDC is listening and acting,” he said.
Alhaji Suleman Sanusi from Whitesands Community area in Lekki, commended the deployment of Rapid Response Teams and called for stronger community support to curb vandalism. “When we secure the infrastructure, we secure our comfort and economic growth,” Sanusi emphasized.
