A pro-Biafran group, Biafra Defacto Customary Government, BDFCG, has expressed joy over the news that Aba residents and business units will start enjoying electricity on a 24-hour basis.
This follows the power generated by the three gas turbines already installed, and which is said to be enough for the ring-fenced area comprising 9 local government areas in Abia State.
In a statement signed by BDFCG Spokesperson Prosper Odinga, the group noted that electricity supply is an important and sensitive asset that should not be left in the hands of a businessman who has no training or experience in the power sector, regretting that from day one, it has been a mistake to allow Chief Emeka Offor-led investors access to the EEDC license.
It explained that for more than ten years, EEDC has not improved on electricity distribution, even though the power from transmission has been inadequate, but efficient service delivery was expected.
BDFCG noted that services provided by the former NEPA are better than EEDC, noting that there are several instances where people buy transformers but EEDC staffers would refuse to do the installation and refer the person to an expert that charges above N4M just to install a transformer.
It congratulated Professor Barth Nnaji for being committed throughout the turbulent lifespan of the project, and the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Chioma Alex Otti, for all his support for the actualisation of the power project.
The group’s statement reads in full:
Biafra De Facto Customary Government congratulates Geometric Power Company and calls for the immediate termination of the EEDC license.
BDFCG has noted with great joy the news coming out from the Aba ring-fenced area that Aba residents and business units will start enjoying electricity on a 24-hour basis.
From the report given by Chinedu Asuzu of BVI Channel 1 and Charlyboy, it is now obvious that what seemed like rocket science will soon be demystified by Prof Nnaji Geometric power. The report has it that the power generated by the three gas turbines already installed is enough for the ring-fenced area, which comprises 9 local government areas in Abia State. Also, the report confirmed that Geometric distribution company has started sharing free prepaid meters in batches. At least 10,000 meters will be mounted for households and business units every month. The company targets to abolish the estimated billing system as done all over the world. Most importantly, the company has put in place a 24-hour call service center with dedicated staff, meaning that customer complaints will be promptly attended to in the most efficient manner. BDFCG believes that services will not be perfect for now as human factors must be accommodated; however, we shall be vigilant to ensure that the company succeeds. We call all Biafrans to forward any complaint to the underlisted number for follow-up with the Management of Aba Power.
BDFCG, however, congratulates Prof Barth Nnaji for being committed throughout the turbulent lifespan of the project and to the Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Chioma Alex Otti, for all his support.
BDFCG has noted that electricity supply is an important and sensitive asset that should not be left in the hands of a businessman who has no training or experience in the power sector. From day one, it has been a mistake to allow Chief Emeka Offor-led investors access to the EEDC license. BDFCG has noted that for more than 10 years, EEDC has not improved on electricity distribution even though the power from transmission has been inadequate, but efficient service delivery was expected. Services provided by the former NEPA are better than EEDC. There are several instances where people buy transformers but EEDC staffers would refuse to do the installation and refer the person to an expert that charges above N4M just to install a transformer. Our people have lost hope with EEDC, and people have resorted to alternatives such as Gen sets, solar, etc., to keep their businesses afloat at a very high cost. The entire southeast is too big for Chief Emeka Offor EEDC to manage. Now that electricity is in the concurrent list, BDFCG submits that the EEDC license should be revoked immediately for breach of contract. If this license is not revoked, Biafrans will be forced to approach the court.
We understand that Chief Emeka Offor has bankrolled so many of our Governors, police, judges, and in fact, Nigerian institutions; however, the power of the people is greatest and truth will destroy all evil conspiracies. Only the truth and justice will stand the test of time. Any Governor that supports this evil conspiracy against the people will become most unpopular. Light is life, and without affordable electricity, there would not be industrialization and quality jobs in Biafraland.
Prosper Odinga
Spokesperson, BDFCG
Phone: +19173465419
Email: biafradefactogov@gmail.com
Website: www.bdfcg.org
