KADUNA ELECTRIC NEWSLETTER MARCH 1ST EDITON

Kaduna Electric Women Celebrate International Women’s Day with Community Medical Outreach

In line with this year’s International Women’s Day theme, ‘Give to Gain’, the women of Kaduna Electric organised a community medical outreach in Gonin Gora, Kaduna, to commemorate the occasion and promote health and wellbeing among residents.

The outreach programme, part of Kaduna Electric’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, included health awareness talks as well as the distribution of essential medications and preventive materials, including mosquito nets, anti-malaria drugs, among others to over 300 residents.

Speaking during the outreach, Mrs. Asma’u Mohammed, Acting Head, Corporate Communications, emphasised the importance of hygiene and community health. She noted that Kaduna Electric has previously supported communities through initiatives such as blood donation drives, provision of reading glasses, back-to-school donations of writing materials, and distribution of food, toiletries, blankets, and other essential items to orphanages and less privileged members of society

“As a responsible corporate organisation, Kaduna Electric remains committed to improving the wellbeing of the communities we serve. We also call on members of the community to support our efforts by paying their electricity bills and avoiding energy theft, so that the company can continue implementing impactful initiatives that benefit residents,” she said.

The outreach also focused on addressing common health challenges affecting women, promoting preventive healthcare, and encouraging open conversations on wellbeing. Participants received guidance on hygiene practices, disease prevention, and general health maintenance, reinforcing Kaduna Electric’s commitment to community development beyond electricity distribution.

Expressing his appreciation, the Village Head of Gonin Gora, Mr. John Gaza Yusuf thanked Kaduna Electric for the outreach programme, describing it as timely and impactful. He called on other organisations to emulate the company’s gesture in supporting community health and development.

Through this initiative, Kaduna Electric not only marked International Women’s Day but also demonstrated its dedication to empowering communities, promoting health, and contributing to sustainable development across its host areas.

Kaduna Electric Strengthens Partnership with Zazzau Emirate

By Jamila Bala

In a strategic move to improve service delivery and foster community relations, the Regional Manager of Kaduna Electric (Kaduna Region), Mr. Zanna Ashemi, paid a courtesy visit to His Royal Highness, the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, at his palace in Zaria recently.

The delegation, led by the Regional Manager, Mr. Zanna Ashemi, emphasized the need for a stronger partnership between the utility company and the traditional institution to address the challenges of power distribution and the rising cases of vandalism. 

During the visit, Mr. Ashemi expressed his appreciation for the Emir’s consistent fatherly role in maintaining peace and progress within the emirate. He noted that the visit was primarily aimed at fostering a collaborative relationship to ensure that customers within the Zaria region receive more stable and reliable electricity.

"The Zazzau Emirate is a critical hub for our operations. We are here to reaffirm our commitment to improving the quality of power supply and to seek your Royal Highness’s blessing and cooperation in sensitizing the public on their roles as stakeholders in the power sector," Ashemi stated.

The dialogue between the Kaduna Electric team and the Emir focused on several thematic areas vital to the energy sector.

 The Regional Manager, highlighted the need for continuous public education regarding billing processes, the importance of regular payments, and the transition to more efficient metering systems.

The discussions also touched on the importance of energy conservation. Customers are encouraged to adopt energy saving habits such as switching off high drain appliances when not in use to reduce their monthly costs and alleviate pressure on the national grid.

Mr Ashemi   lamented the rising cases of meter bypass and illegal connections, which significantly drain the company’s revenue and lead to transformer overloads.

He also made a major plea to the Emirate to help curb the activities of vandals. The destruction of transformers and theft of aluminum conductors have frequently plunged entire communities into prolonged darkness.

"Providing protection for our equipment is Kaduna Electric’s responsibility, but safeguarding these installations from vandals within the community is a collective responsibility of the residents," Mr. Ashemi stated.

In Response, HRH Amb. Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli welcomed the delegation and commended Kaduna Electric for the initiative. He acknowledged that while electricity is the backbone of economic activity, the community must also do its part to protect the equipment serving them.

The Emir assured the team of the Emirate’s full support, promising to use the traditional administrative structure from District Heads to Ward Heads to educate the populace on the importance of protecting power infrastructure and discouraging energy theft.

"We are partners in progress. When the lights are on, our businesses thrive and our people are happy. We will continue to advocate for the protection of these assets," the Emir remarked.

 The Emir of Zazzau also raised a point of significant concern for his subjects. With the Sallah celebrations approaching, His Royal Highness pleaded with the Regional Manager to ensure a steady power supply, specifically requesting a promise that the "lights would not be taken" during the festive period.

Mr. Ashemi acknowledged the request but took the opportunity to make a reciprocal plea. He urged the Emir to use his influential platform to encourage residents to pay their electricity bills promptly. He noted that consistent revenue collection is the "fuel" that enables the company to maintain the grid and fulfill the Emir’s request for uninterrupted power during celebrations.

The meeting concluded with a mutual commitment to cooperation. The Emirate Council promised to sensitize the public on the dangers of energy theft and the importance of protecting community transformers, while Kaduna Electric pledged to prioritize technical efficiency and customer transparency.

 Kaduna Electric, KSMC Strengthen  Strategic Collaboration

By Asmau Mohammed

The Management of Kaduna Electric received the Management of the Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC) at the Company’s Head Office recently for a strategic engagement aimed at strengthening institutional collaboration and enhancing public communication.

The meeting provided a platform for both organizations to explore mutually beneficial areas of partnership, particularly in public enlightenment, corporate communication, and the dissemination of accurate information to electricity consumers across the state. Discussions focused on leveraging KSMC’s media platforms to promote awareness of Kaduna Electric’s initiatives, safety campaigns, energy theft, and service improvement efforts.

Welcoming the KSMC delegation, the Deputy Managing Director Kaduna Electric, Abubakar Sadiq Mohammed expressed appreciation for the visit and underscored the importance of strong media partnerships in achieving organizational objectives.

“We are delighted to receive the Management of KSMC. The media remains a critical stakeholder in our operations, and your role in informing and educating the public cannot be overstated. We look forward to strengthening this collaboration to ensure our customers receive timely, accurate, and transparent information about our activities and ongoing reforms,” the DMD stated.

He further highlighted the Company’s commitment to improving service delivery, addressing operational challenges, and sustaining its ongoing transformation initiatives. According to him, effective engagement through reputable media platforms such as KSMC will help bridge information gaps and foster greater public trust and understanding.

In his remarks, the Managing Director of Kaduna State Media Corporation (KSMC) Mr. Ben S.D Kure commended Kaduna Electric for the visible improvements and transformation efforts undertaken in recent times.

“We commend Kaduna Electric for the positive transformation and the deliberate steps being taken to improve electricity supply and customer service. These efforts are noticeable, and they deserve to be communicated effectively to the public,” he said.

He further noted that as the Muslim faithful are currently observing Ramadan, radio listenership has significantly increased, especially for spiritual and community-focused programmes.

“As we are in the Ramadan period, we encourage the Company to sustain and, where possible, increase hours of power supply. During this month, people listen to radio more than at any other time, particularly for spiritual programmes. Improved electricity supply will not only support our broadcast operations but also benefit the public, as people are more spiritually engaged during this season,” he added.

The meeting concluded with both organizations reaffirming their commitment to building a stronger partnership anchored on transparency, effective information dissemination, and improved service delivery for the benefit of customers and stakeholders across Kaduna State.

ZUREPB Reaffirms Collaboration with Kaduna Electric on Electricity Violations

By Muhammad Abba

The Executive Director of Zamfara State Urban and Regional Planning Board (ZUREPB), Malam Abubakar Bala Gusau, has reaffirmed his strong commitment to collaborating with Kaduna Electric to enforce compliance with electricity-related regulations, particularly the protection and enforcement of electricity Right of Way (RoW).

He made this known during a courtesy visit by the management of Kaduna Electric to his office recently in Gusau, Zamfara State.

Malam Gusau emphasized that effective collaboration between ZUREPB and Kaduna Electric is critical to preventing illegal encroachments on electricity infrastructure, safeguarding lives and property, and ensuring the safe, reliable distribution of electricity across the state. He reiterated that all developments must strictly comply with approved planning standards, including mandatory safety clearances around electricity poles, power lines, and other related installations.

As the statutory authority responsible for land planning and development control, the ZUREPB Executive Director stated that the Board would continue to issue development permits, conduct routine inspections, serve enforcement and stop-work notices, and remove structures found to be in violation of electricity Right of Way regulations.

He added that this renewed commitment aligns with the state’s ongoing urban renewal initiatives and long-term development plan, which prioritize orderly development and strict adherence to building approvals in order to prevent future encroachments.

Earlier in his remarks, the Regional Manager of Kaduna Electric, Zamfara Regional Office, Mr. Muazu Aliyu, commended ZUREPB for its proactive approach to development control and Right of Way enforcement. He noted that illegal encroachment on electricity infrastructure poses serious safety risks to communities and undermines the reliability of power distribution.

Mr. Aliyu further described ZUREPB as a critical stakeholder in efforts to eliminate electricity-related violations that endanger the environment, lead to loss of lives, and cause damage to property.

He stressed the importance of inter-agency collaboration, noting that Kaduna Electric works closely with relevant agencies to ensure that new developments do not interfere with existing electrical infrastructure.

Both ZUREPB and Kaduna Electric expressed readiness to deepen inter-agency cooperation through information sharing, joint inspections, and coordinated enforcement actions aimed at addressing electricity Right of Way violations and promoting safer, more orderly urban environments across Zamfara State.

NAF's 207 Quick Response Seeks Stable Power from Kaduna Electric

By Muhammad Abba

The Commandant of the 207 Quick Response of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) in Zamfara State, Group Captain Pascal Abumchukwu Ogba, has called for sustained support from Kaduna Electric to ensure a stable and consistent electricity supply for the unit’s critical operations.

Group Captain Ogba made the appeal during a courtesy and operational visit to Kaduna Electric’s Zamfara Regional Office in Gusau, where he underscored the strategic importance of uninterrupted power supply to national security infrastructure.

He commended the company for its efforts so far, stressing that reliable electricity remains vital to the effective functioning of the base particularly radar installations, communication systems, and other security-critical equipment that depend on constant and stable power.

According to the Commandant, any disruption in electricity supply could adversely impact response time, surveillance capability, and overall operational readiness, especially within a security-sensitive environment where rapid information processing and seamless communication are essential.

He further emphasized that dependable electricity is not merely a utility service but a strategic operational requirement necessary for safeguarding lives, protecting property, and securing national assets.

The Commandant expressed appreciation for the engagement and called for sustained collaboration, noting that enhanced partnership between the Air Force and the power distribution company would strengthen service delivery and operational efficiency.

In his response, the Regional Manager, Zamfara Regional Office, Mu’azu Aliyu, warmly welcomed the Commandant and his delegation, reaffirming the company’s unwavering commitment to supporting key national security institutions within its franchise area.

Mr. Aliyu noted that the visit provided a valuable platform to explore practical measures for deepening cooperation, addressing operational challenges, and developing sustainable, long-term solutions aimed at guaranteeing reliable and consistent power supply in support of national security objectives and overall public safety.

 

Kaduna Electric Enhances Safety and Operational Excellence with IMS Training in Gusau

By Muhammad Abba

The Head of Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE), Engr. Sale Gimba, has described Integrated Management Systems (IMS) as a global best practice essential for operational efficiency, workplace safety, environmental protection, and improved customer service delivery.

Engr. Gimba made this known during a capacity-building training on IMS for technical and regional staff held in Gusau, Zamfara State.

He explained that the training focused on the practical application of IMS, which integrates internationally recognized standards ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management), ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management), and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety) into a single, coordinated framework.

“IMS is no longer optional but a necessity for modern electricity utilities seeking alignment with global best practices and regulatory requirements,” Engr. Gimba stated. He added that adopting IMS supports Kaduna Electric’s commitment to zero fatalities, reduced operational risks, and continuous improvement across its distribution network.

He further emphasized that Kaduna Electric operates in full compliance with the regulatory oversight of the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), which enforces technical and safety standards across the power sector, including the elimination of sub-standard materials and the promotion of system reliability.

Speaking on behalf of participants, the Regional Technical Officer, Engr. Yusuf Yahaya, described the training as timely and impactful, noting that it would strengthen regulatory compliance, improve field operations, and enhance safety consciousness among staff.

He added that strict adherence to safety rules and regulations in line with Kaduna Electric’s IMS standards is critical to achieving operational excellence.

Reinforcing this, the Regional Manager, Mr. Muazu Aliyu, urged all staff to consistently comply with established safety procedures and organizational guidelines. He emphasized that a collective commitment to IMS principles is essential for building a safer, more reliable, and customer-focused electricity distribution system.

Kaduna Electric remains committed to continuous staff development and the full integration of IMS across its operations.