Jos Electricity Distribution Plc (JED) has announced the upcoming launch of its Feeders Management System and Bilateral Arrangements starting on November 1, 2024. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of energy distribution to customers.

In a press release signed by Dr. Friday Adakole Elijah, the Head of Corporate Communications, JED stated that the new system is designed to provide customers with consistent and reliable electricity based on their service bands, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction.

As part of the scheme, 76 feeders classified under Band A have been selected, with a commitment to ensure uninterrupted power supply in accordance with the Band A schedule. Customers on these feeders will be required to pay for 100% of their consumed energy.

To support the program’s success, JED has established a seven-member team for each feeder, consisting of a network engineer, a marketer, and other personnel dedicated to ensuring seamless energy delivery and managing post-paid billing. This team will also focus on promoting collaboration to achieve customer satisfaction.

In line with its commitment to providing 100% of the promised energy supply, JED expects customers to fulfill their obligations by paying their energy bills in full each month, as partial payments will no longer be accepted. Only customers who have settled their bills will continue to receive electricity, and defaulters will be disconnected from the supply.

Customers are encouraged to embrace the new system to enjoy improved services and reliable electricity.

The Kebbi State government has allocated a total of N629.455 million in compensation to individuals whose farmlands and properties were acquired for the construction of the Tsamiya Inland Dry Port in Shaguna, Bagudo Local Government Area, as well as for the dualization of the Argungu Old Bypass Road.

Alhaji Abubakar Ahmed, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Lands and Housing, confirmed the disbursement in Birnin Kebbi. He stated that ₦289.542 million was paid to compensate for over 200 hectares of land and economic trees acquired for the Tsamiya Inland Dry Port project, located in a border town between Nigeria and the Republic of Benin. This payment was made on Wednesday and was witnessed by various officials, including the Commissioner for Lands and Housing, Hon. Muhammad Dangi Juli, and the Bagudo Local Government Chairman.

Ahmed expressed satisfaction with the successful execution of the compensation process, attributing its effectiveness to the cooperation from the local community. He also thanked Governor Nasir Idris for ensuring the availability of the necessary funds.

The Permanent Secretary emphasized the importance of the Tsamiya Inland Dry Port for enhancing trade and commerce between Kebbi State and the Republic of Benin, which is expected to facilitate easier movement of goods and boost the local economy.

Additionally, the government disbursed ₦339.913 million for the compensation of structures affected by the 6.5 km dualization of the Argungu Old Bypass Road, a project that was recently flagged off by Governor Nasir Idris. This compensation was also distributed in Argungu in the presence of relevant officials and community leaders.

Ahmed praised the state government for the timely release of funds, stressing that it would facilitate the prompt completion of these crucial projects.

Borno State Governor Prof. Babagana Zulum has commended the safety standards in Nigeria’s aviation sector, attributing this achievement to the leadership of Captain Chris Najomo, the Acting Director General of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).

During a courtesy visit to the NCAA in Abuja, Zulum acknowledged the significant improvements in the aviation sector since Najomo took office, highlighting enhanced compliance with flight regulations and safety measures. He noted that Nigeria continues to attract investments in aviation due to the confidence investors have in the regulatory authority.

Zulum stated, “No one is and should be surprised at what is happening in the sector. On a daily basis, we see developments in different aspects of the industry. It all has to do with the leadership of the civil aviation authority. When you put the right person in position, this is what you get. Here you find a round peg in a round hole, so you do not expect anything different than the success being recorded. I commend the DGCA and his team and urge you to keep the flag flying.”

In response, Capt. Najomo emphasized the NCAA’s goal to ensure that Nigeria’s aviation industry competes on a global scale, saying, “Ease of doing business” is his primary focus, complemented by “Ease of doing business without compromising safety.”

Najomo also expressed sympathy for the recent flooding in Borno State, commending Governor Zulum for his development efforts and flood management. The two leaders discussed potential collaborations that would benefit both Borno and the NCAA.

In a related development, the International Air Transport Association (IATA), led by Mr. Kamil Alawadhi, Vice President for Africa and the Middle East, visited the NCAA to discuss partnership opportunities for workforce training and retraining. Key priorities included meeting mandatory requirements for the Civil Aviation Authority, cost recovery, and providing IATA and International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) training for staff.