Okpebholo joins protest against power outages in Benin
Protesters in Benin, Edo State, demonstrated against ongoing power outages and the billing system of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company. Governor Monday Okpebholo joined the protest to show solidarity with the residents. The demonstrators criticized frequent blackouts, estimated billing, and the high cost of prepaid meters. Ogbidi Emmanuel spoke for the group, calling for more transparency from the distribution company.
What we know
- Protesters gathered at Ring Road in Benin City, carrying banners against BEDC's practices.
- Governor Monday Okpebholo addressed the crowd, urging calm and promising stakeholder engagement.
- The governor announced a stakeholders’ meeting and invited protesters to nominate five representatives.
- Protesters questioned the transparency of BEDC's free meter distribution and the high cost of meters.
- The protest was peaceful, with security personnel present, and BEDC had not responded to the allegations as of press time.
