Residents of Taraba, Adamawa and Gombe States are still facing a power outage that has plunged the entire states into darkness for the past two weeks.
The blackout, attributed to the alleged vandalism of electricity cables belonging to the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC), has made life difficult for many, especially those who cannot afford the high cost of fuel for generators.
The ongoing power outage has caused significant disruption to daily life and business operations throughout the states with the state capitals Jalingo, Yola and Gombe being the most hit.
The lack of electricity has not only caused discomfort for residents as temperatures rise, leading to a sweltering heatwave, but has also forced many businesses to limit their operations or shut down entirely.
Local sources indicate that the vandalism triggering the blackout occurred at key points in the neighboring state of Gombe, disrupting the power supply chain.
YEDC officials in Jalingo stated that they are working to repair the damaged infrastructure, but they could not provide a clear timeline for when power would be restored.
The prolonged blackout has led to increased calls for better security measures to protect critical infrastructure and for a more reliable power supply system to prevent future disruptions.
Residents, meanwhile, continue to struggle with the challenges of living without electricity, with no clear end to the blackout in sight.
In light of the ongoing crisis, there are growing demands for the affected state governments to step in and collaborate with YEDC to expedite repairs and bring relief to the people.
The situation, at the time of filing this report, has left many residents and business owners hoping for a swift resolution for power to be restored.