The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) has issued a stern warning to customers against buying meters from any source other than designated purchasing points since doing so may enable more meters theft.
The warning follows a recent alarming rise in meter theft in Adamawa State, with four cases reported within the Jimeta metropolis in January 2025 alone.
Through the swift intervention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), all four stolen meters were recovered and three suspects were arrested and put in Police custody in connection with the theft.
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According to YEDC, two of the stolen meters have been recovered from residential apartments rented by tenants in the Jokems area of Jambutu, while another was recovered from a shop owner in Rumdebaru bye-pass all of Yola North Local Government.
“Additionally, three individuals have been apprehended for related offences, including unauthorised meter removal, intrusion around power infrastructure and involvement in meter theft.
“YEDC strongly advises its valued customers to engage only with authorised personnel at its offices for any meter or infrastructure-related services, as their offices are the only legal and recognized channel for acquiring meters.
“Customers are further warned against purchasing meters from unauthorized persons, as anyone found in possession of stolen meters will be treated as an accomplice.
“Meter theft is a criminal offence punishable by law, attracting up to three years’ imprisonment or an unprescribed amount of fine” the Company stated.
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