JED Plc to distribute 120,000 Pre-Paid meters

The Jos Electricity Distribution Company, on Monday, said it has commenced distribution and installation of 120,000 prepaid meters in its four franchise States of Plateau, Bauchi, Gombe and Benue States.

JED Managing Director, Mohammed Gidado Modibbo stated this during the commissioning of the Pre-Paid Electronic Meters, Distribution of Transformers and other Materials of the company in Jos.

He said the company also plans to distribute 180,000 prepaid meters before the end of 2016.

Modibbo pleaded for understanding from electric consumers as it affects increase in tariff but promised that Nigerians will witness tremendous growth in the sector in the next few months.

Also speaking at the occasion, the Plateau Governor, Simon Lalong, called on individuals, communities and institutions to at all times protect distribution assets in their localities against vandalism, destruction and illegal connections so that they would continue to enjoy electricity without disruptions.

He said the commissioning of Pre-Paid meters Distribution, Transformers and other electricity supply essentials will no doubt lead to improvements in power supply, better energy management and enhanced customer service experience for all electricity consumers under the Jos Electricity Distribution PlC franchise area.