The Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company has a debt of N110 billion and other challenges before it. Despite the debt and the challenges, KEDC increased the salary of its employee by 10 percent.
In January, The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) dissolved the board of director of Kaduna Electric over its inability to pay N110 billion debt it owes the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry.
The NERC then appointed Umar Hashidu as the administrator of the Kaduna DisCo in furtherance to Section 75 of the Electricity Act.
In a statement on Wednesday, Hashidu announced at a meeting with the management team that the 10 per cent salary increase for all staff categories will be effective this month.
“The salary adjustment comes as a strategic response to the imperative of motivating the staff, aimed at elevating the company’s overall performance despite the considerable challenges it currently faces.
“Dr Hashidu underscored that the decision also addresses the prevalent cost of living crisis in the country,” the statement read partly.
Hashidu emphasised the board and management’s conviction that the salary increment “will serve as a catalyst, inspiring staff to redouble their efforts to navigate the company through its current challenges”.
The statement read further, “Dr Hashidu acknowledged the precarious state of the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry, describing it as being on life support.
“Notably, Kaduna Electric faces challenges in meeting market obligations and has shown a lacklustre performance in compliance with NERC performance indices.
“Despite these challenges, Dr Hashidu expressed confidence that the issues confronting Kaduna Electric are surmountable with collective efforts.”
He urged all staff members to diligently approach their duties, citing the positive growth trajectory observed in energy sales during January as a promising indicator.
It was reported earlier before the dissolution of the company’s board, the former MD, Yusuf Yahaya, had announced his resignation from the company.
