A Nigerian woman has sparked online discussion after alleging that she was issued a prepaid electricity meter linked to someone else’s account, which carries an outstanding balance of ₦406,000.
Visit to the Distribution Office in Calabar
She explained that she went to the local electricity distribution office in Calabar after realizing she could not buy tokens using the details on her prepaid meter card.
Official’s Alleged Misregistration
According to her account, she was told that the meter’s account had been opened under another individual’s name by a company official.
“I just left the NEPA office in Calabar. I was given a prepaid meter for my family house, but I couldn’t purchase tokens. Upon arrival, I discovered that the official had used another person’s name to register the account, and the account now shows a debt of ₦406,000.”
Response from Authorities
The woman stated that she immediately questioned the officials about how she was supposed to use a meter attached to someone else’s debt.
She added that when she asked for a replacement meter or a correction of the account details, she was allegedly informed that nothing could be done.
“They said there’s nothing I can do about it. I can’t be paying another person’s debt. Please, is this how they operate? I don’t even know who that person is,” she remarked.
Public Reaction and Calls for Action
Her statements have triggered a wave of reactions online, with many Nigerians sharing comparable experiences and urging the electricity provider to look into the issue.
The case has revived debates concerning transparency and accountability within Nigeria’s power sector, with numerous citizens calling on the relevant authorities to address such complaints swiftly.
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