By Rauf Oyewole
The Jos Electricity Distribution company (JED Plc) has announced the free metering of 109,000 customers on Band A in its franchise states of Bauchi, Benue, Gombe and Plateau.
It said that the meter is under the Distribution Sector Recovery Programme (DISREP) Metering Scheme, aimed at improving service delivery and bridging the metering gap in its franchise states –with a pilot phase in Plateau State.
The company, in a statement on Monday said as part of the programme, it would install 109,000 prepaid meters free of charge for only customers on Band A feeders across the Company. “The exercise will focus strictly on providing meters for existing unmetered customers and replacing faulty meters only on Band A feeders.
“The scheme will not cover new connections as all new connections must apply via the Meter Asset Provider (MAP) Scheme and no direct connection on Band A feeders will be allowed,” it said.
The electricity company warned its customers from paying money to anyone or staff of the organisation. “Both meters and installations are free. Any customer who makes such payments does so at their own risk, as the company will not be liable for any losses incurred. Fraud-related complaints should be reported, with evidence to our communication channels.
“The new prepaid meters feature advanced technology to enhance efficiency, security, and transparency. These include: Automated token uploads, eliminating the need for manual entry via the User Interface Unit (UIU).
“Geo-lock functionality, ensuring meters only operate at the assigned GPS location in JED Plc's database.
“Tamper and bypass detection, with instant notifications sent to JED Plc for any interference. A complete installation kit comprising the meter, UIU (for checking token values), and a meter card.
“In line with regulatory requirements, customers benefiting from the DISREP Metering Scheme are required to visit the nearest JED Plc office after installation to validate their debt profile.
“They will also be eligible for discount offers under the ongoing Debt Validation and Discount Promo, which offers: 30% discount for customers who clear their total debt in full. 25% discount for customers who choose installment repayment within three years.”
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