The management of Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company Plc., on Thursday assured customers across its network of its readiness to offer quality services during the Easter holiday.
The Chief Operating Officer of IBEDC, John Ayodele, said in order to ensure steady service delivery during the period, a special rapid response team has been put together to reinforce and strengthen its services delivery.
While wishing its customers and the entire citizens a safe and memorable Easter holiday, Ayodele said, “We recognize the fact that the demand for electricity always increases during the festive season. We have, therefore, positioned our technical crew to monitor and patrol the network to ensure faults are cleared as and when due and also mitigate the effect of any disruption to electricity supply.”
He urged the people to reflect on the lessons of piety, love and self-sacrifice for the good of others, which Easter teaches, stressing, “These lessons of Easter and other injunctions on brotherly love, peaceful co-existence, tolerance, honesty, humility, justice, equity and fairness to all are of particular importance to us as a nation as we continue to strive for a better Nigeria.”
Ayodele also appealed for the strict observance of the COVID-19 precautionary measures of wearing of face masks in public places, regular hand washing and use of sanitizers, including physical distancing during the Easter celebrations.
He, however, warned against vandalism and tampering with equipment across IBEDC network, as it could cause deaths or serious injuries. He also advised consumers to ensure that their homes and business premises are properly wired and earthed only by approved technicians in order to ensure safety of lives and property.
“It is illegal and dangerous for anyone to trade, live or work near electricity installations or even tamper with them. Motorists are also admonished to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol and observe traffic rules to prevent collision with electrical poles,’’ he said.
While encouraging customers to take advantage of the hassle-free channels such as quick teller, etransact, Payarena, Jumia and ATM to pay bills and vend in a bid to avoid disconnection during the holiday period, he said, “Our offices will also remain opened during the public holidays from 9am-3pm. Customer can also call our customer care line or email us.’’
