The Chairman, Board of Directors Kano Electricity Distribution Plc. (KEDCO) Engr. Adamu Gumel has condoled with the people of Kazaure Emirate, over the tragic electrocution incident that claimed the lives of two individuals in the community.
In a statement by KEDCO’S Head of Corporate Communication, Sani Bala Sani on Sunday, said Gumel made the condolences when he visited the Emir of Kazaure, Alhaji Najib Hussaini Adamu in Kazaure.
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Gumel expressed the Board and Management’s deep sorrow over the loss of lives and assured the Emirate of KEDCO’s commitment in maintaining the highest HSE standards in its operations for utmost safety and well-being of its customers.
During the condolence visit, the Chairman disclosed the preliminary investigations into the incident revealed that a truck had crashed into a low-tension line dragging it onto a nearby high-tension line.
This, he said, resulted in an overvoltage supply, claiming the life of an unsuspecting man who attempted to disconnect his service wire barehanded to avert possible inferno.
Regrettably, the other casualty, a lady, was killed by power surge as she attempted plugging an electrical appliance in her home.
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Gumel restated the significance of improved collaboration between KEDCO and the community towards enhanced safety awareness to forestall future occurrences,
The Chairman advised all customers to rapidly report any electrical hazard to the nearest KEDCO office for prompt action.
Engr. Gumel also urged the community members on the need to adhere to electricity Right of Way which restricts customers from living or carrying out economic activities under or near power lines, while also cautioning them against handling electrical wires or conductors at all times.
In his remarks, the Emir of Kazaure represented by Alhaji Jamilu Umar Adamu, Makaman Kazaure expressed appreciation for the condolence visit and for showing concern.
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He urged the company KEDCO to remain customer-centric in its operations which is crucial to averting future tragedies.
The KEDCO Chairman later inspected electricity distribution facilities within the community.
