Published Feb. 3, 2025
By Nico Nico
The Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) has cautioned customers against purchasing meters from unauthorised sources, warning that such actions contribute to the rising cases of meter theft in Adamawa State.

In a statement on Monday, YEDC’s Communication Officer, Blessing Tunoh, disclosed that the company recorded four cases of stolen meters within the Jimeta metropolis in Yola North Local Government Area in January 2025 alone.
She noted that, with the intervention of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), all four stolen meters had been recovered, and three suspects apprehended.
“Two of the stolen meters were found in residential apartments rented by tenants in the Jokems area of Jambutu, while another was recovered from a shop owner in Rumdebaru bye-pass, all in Yola North,” the statement read.

YEDC further stated that the prime suspect in another case at Barracks Road remains at large, while the buyer of the stolen meter—initially arrested—has been released following preliminary investigations.
The company also revealed that three individuals had been arrested for related offences, including unauthorised meter removal.
“YEDC strongly advises customers to engage only with authorised personnel at its offices for any meter or infrastructure-related services, as these remain the only recognised channels for acquiring meters.

“Customers are further warned that purchasing meters from unauthorised persons could lead to legal consequences, as anyone found in possession of a stolen meter will be treated as an accomplice,” the company cautioned.
YEDC reminded the public that meter theft is a criminal offence punishable by up to three years in prison.

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