Kaduna Electric has disconnected electricity supply to the Kaduna State Government House and other state facilities due to unpaid bills totaling N2.9 billion. The disconnection followed repeated attempts to resolve the issue, including consultations with state officials, before a formal notice was issued on July 21.
In a statement released on Friday by AbdulAzeez Abdullahi, Head of Corporate Communication, the company detailed the state’s debt. From January to July 2024 alone, the government owes N1.17 billion, contributing to a total debt of nearly N2.94 billion.
This move coincides with the Kaduna State Internal Revenue Service sealing Kaduna Electric’s premises over a N600 million tax liability. Jerry Adams, Executive Chairman of KADIRS, explained that this action was executed under a court order. The liability, covering 2015 to 2022, was agreed upon by KAEDCO, yet remains unpaid since last year.
Despite a payment of N256.92 million on May 9 for electricity consumed from September to December 2023, the state’s debt remains substantial. Kaduna Electric’s disconnection decision was a last resort after exhausting all avenues to resolve the payment issue.
In contrast, other states within the Kaduna Electric franchise—Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara—have maintained good standing with their payments. The disconnection notice was received by the Governor’s office on July 22, underscoring the company’s need to meet its own financial obligations amidst sector challenges.
