The Jos Electricity Distribution Company has attributed the recent decline in electricity supply across Plateau, Bauchi, Benue, and Gombe states to reduced allocation from Nigeria’s national grid.
Speaking with journalists in Jos on Wednesday, the company’s spokesperson, Saratu Dauda, explained that the situation is beyond the control of the distribution company, noting that its ability to supply power depends entirely on the volume allocated to it.
“The reduction in power supply is a result of decreased allocation from the national grid. As a distribution company, our capacity to supply electricity depends on what is made available to us,” she said.
The development has left many households and businesses in the affected states grappling with erratic power supply, further compounding the daily challenges faced by residents who already contend with high energy costs and limited alternatives.
Dauda appealed to customers for patience and understanding, assuring that the company is actively engaging relevant stakeholders to address the shortfall and improve supply.
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“We are working to improve the situation and appreciate our customers’ patience,” she added.
The power shortage comes amid ongoing instability in Nigeria’s electricity sector, where fluctuations in generation and grid supply continue to affect distribution companies and end-users alike.
Reacting to the broader situation, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, recently apologised to Nigerians over the decline in electricity supply, citing reduced generation capacity and persistent structural challenges within the sector.
For many residents in Plateau, Bauchi, Benue, and Gombe, the outages are more than an inconvenience—they disrupt businesses, increase reliance on costly fuel-powered generators, and deepen economic strain in an already challenging environment.
As authorities work to stabilise the grid, consumers across the region continue to hope for a more reliable and consistent power supply.