Goddy Egene
BEDC Electricity Plc (BEDC) has decried the rising cases of vandalism across its franchise zone, saying it is an economic crime and an act of sabotage against the good purpose and intents of the company.
BEDC is therefore, canvassing that tougher laws should be enforced to protect public property, especially electricity infrastructure.
The company stated this in a press release signed by the Head, Corporate Affairs, Mr. Adekunle Tayo, where he appealed to members of the public on the need to be vigilant and security conscious on the activities of some unruly elements in the society whose aim is to make life unbearable for them through their nefarious acts.
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Benin Electricity Distribution Company Plc has said it was collaborating with the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) on the development of an end-to-end power generation and distribution as part of an effort to boost power supply to customers within its franchise coverage.
BEDC said in a statement issued in Benin that both parties signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The agreement will see BEDC Electricity Plc partner NDPHC and others to identify and prioritise critical projects to increase power supply while improving on the technical and commercial environment.
The focus of the agreement will be power supply to certain areas as well as upgrading of all critical distribution infrastructure, the statement said.