- NERC constituted an Accident Investigation Team to investigate the electrocution.
- NERC reiterated its commitment to ensuring public safety in line with its zero-tolerance for accidents policy.
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has commenced an investigation into the fatal electrocution of four members of a family in the Dinyavo area of Jalingo, Taraba State. NERC issued a statement on X (formerly Twitter) where it said its attention has been drawn to the tragic accident which occurred on Monday, October 2, 2023.
NERC added that it had contacted the distribution licensee, Yola Electricity Distribution Plc, responsible for service in the area. According to the commission, the executive management of Yola Electricity Distribution Plc is investigating the accident. The NERC has also constituted an Accident Investigation Team (AIT), with members currently on their way to the accident scene to conduct regulatory investigations.
The statement read in part, “NERC extends its utmost condolences to the family members and the community affected by this terrible loss while reassuring the general public that the matter shall be investigated thoroughly to identify the immediate and remote causative factors. NERC remains committed to ensuring public safety in the delivery of services in the Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) in line with its zero tolerance for accidents policy.” NERC assured the general public that the matter would be investigated and treated under existing safety codes and regulations.