Makurdi to experience power outrage- JED
The 33KV electricity tower which supplies power to Makurdi town was recently vandalised by unknown persons.
The Management of Jos Electricity Distribution Plc. (JED) said there would be a power outage in Makurdi, the Benue capital, on Sept. 1 (today) to enable them to carry out repair works.
Supreme News reports that the 33-kV electricity tower that supplies power to Makurdi town was recently vandalised by unknown persons.
This is contained in a statement by Dr. Adakole Elijah, Head, Corporate Communications, JED, Makurdi, on Friday.
He said that the outage would enable the technical team to fix the tilted tower near the Lower Benue River Basin Development Authority in Makurdi.
“Feeders that will be affected are 33kV Barrack Road and North Bank. The outage is expected to commence from 9 a.m. and Power will be restored as soon as the work is completed.
“We appeal to our customers who will be affected by this outage to kindly bear with us. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to serve you better,” he said.