Mainpower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) has explained the reason behind the persistent power outage plaguing several communities in Enugu State over the past four days, attributing it to a drastic reduction in electricity supply from its parent company, Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC (EEDC).

 

In a statement issued on Monday, MEDL linked the disruption to the recent implementation of a new Tariff Order by the Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission (EERC). The order reduced the tariff for Band A customers from N209.50/kWh to N160.40/kWh.

 

Following this change, EEDC reportedly reassessed its business model and warned that operating under the revised rate would result in losses of over N1 billion monthly. In response, EEDC cut its energy supply to MEDL by 50%, leaving the latter unable to meet power demand across its coverage areas.

 

“This has unfortunately resulted in MEDL receiving only about 50% of its usual energy allocation,” the company disclosed. “We deeply regret the inconvenience this situation has caused our valued customers.”

 

 

 

MEDL clarified that it does not receive electricity directly from the national grid. Instead, it relies solely on EEDC, which maintains a vesting contract with the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET).

 

As pressure mounts from consumers, MEDL assured that engagements with key stakeholders — including EEDC, EERC, the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), the Nigerian System Operator (NISO), and NBET — are ongoing to find a lasting solution.

 

“We are hopeful that a resolution will be reached within the next 48 hours or soon thereafter,” the company stated, while apologizing for the delayed communication due to the unexpected nature of the power crisis