The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company PLC has attributed the recent decline in power supply across the South-East to low system frequency caused by gas constraints affecting electricity generation nationwide.
In a public notice issued on Tuesday, the company explained that the shortfall in gas supply to Generation Companies had reduced available power on the national grid, forcing the Transmission Company of Nigeria to resort to load shedding.
EEDC stated that the development had significantly reduced the volume of energy allocated to its network, resulting in lower daily service levels to customers served by its subsidiary companies, including MainPower, TransPower, FirstPower, NewEra and Eastland.
According to the company, the situation is not limited to its franchise area, as the challenge affects the entire electricity supply chain, from generation through transmission to distribution.
The power distributor, however, assured customers that relevant stakeholders in the electricity supply industry are working collaboratively to address the gas supply constraints and stabilise system frequency, with the aim of restoring normal power distribution as soon as possible.
EEDC expressed regret over the inconvenience caused to customers by the reduced power availability and appealed for patience and understanding while efforts to resolve the situation continue.
The notice was signed by the Group Head, Corporate Communications, EEDC, Mr Emeka Ezeh, and dated December 16, 2025.
