Despite contributing millions for repairs, they remain powerless months after a transformer failure.
The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) and community electricity committee members are under fire as residents claim their pleas for assistance have been ignored. Accusations of misappropriated funds have surfaced, with calls for accountability growing louder.
Mr. Michael Morah, chairman of the Bonsaac 1 Transformer Committee, refutes these allegations, insisting that all contributions are directed to the community's bank account, not to him personally.
He explains that the transformer failed on July 25, leading the community to seek funding for a new 750KVA transformer.
In response to mounting complaints, a panel has been set up to investigate Morah's leadership. Mr. Okolo Gred, head of the committee, revealed that while a report has been completed, it remains unaddressed due to Morah's reluctance to convene a meeting.
Residents are demanding Morah's resignation, citing concerns over his decade-long tenure and the lack of transparency in the committee's activities. They are anxious for new leadership and accountability regarding the funds raised.
Amidst these tensions, a fresh fundraising initiative has begun, with contributions set at varying rates for property owners and businesses. Estimates for the new transformer range from N12.5 million to over N20 million, further complicating the situation.
With many residents relying on generators, the call for BEDC and the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to step in has intensified, as they seek a resolution to the ongoing power crisis.
As efforts to communicate with BEDC and NERC remain unanswered, the community’s frustration continues to grow, highlighting the urgent need for action and transparency in local governance and utilities management.
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