Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company has denied sacking 900 workers as was widely reported.
This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by Kaduna Electric’s Corporate Affairs Head, Abdullahi Abdulazeez.
In the statement, the company stated that the industrial action was linked to a staff restructuring initiative, and “dismissed speculations and misinformation”.
According to the statement, “Kaduna Electric’s management has initiated a comprehensive transformation exercise to ensure the company’s long-term sustainability.
“Contrary to claims by labour unions that 900 staff members were affected, the company confirms that ‘services no longer required’ letters were issued only to Independent System Operator (ISO) employees, an arm of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
“That the decision was necessary due to significant operational and financial challenges affecting its ability to meet market and operational obligations.
“That while the restructuring process was a difficult decision, it was necessary to align the company with current market realities and create a more efficient workforce.
“Management emphasized that this right-sizing initiative, alongside capital investments, is crucial for implementing impactful measures to improve operations and ensure sustainability,” he added.
Kaduna Electric regretted the prolonged power outage which left some customers without electricity for over 20 hours, and assured the public that it is committed to resolving labour disputes amicably and restoring normal operations as quickly as possible.
The management appreciated security agencies for their support during the strike, ensuring the safety of personnel and facilities. They reassured customers of the company’s dedication to providing reliable power supply and apologised for the inconvenience caused by the outage.
“Kaduna Electric remains focused on overcoming its current challenges and emerging stronger to better serve its customers and stakeholders,” the statement added.
