How high-tension cable k!lled Gombe perm sec, four others
More information has emerged on how a tragic electrical accident rocked the Tudun Wada Pantami area of Gombe State, killing five persons and 13 others on the danger list in the hospital.
Arewa PUNCH reports that the incident sparked outrage and grief in the Riyel community area of the state.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday around 12:45 a.m., has been linked to a snapped high-tension power line that made contact with low-tension wires, leading to an uncontrolled surge of electricity sparks across the local distribution network.
Arewa PUNCH further reports that the Permanent Secretary Special Duties and Regional Coordination, Yusuf Kulani, and four others were part of the causality.
In a statement released by Saratu Aliyu-Dauda, the acting Head of Corporate Communications of Jos Electricity Distribution Plc, which confirmed the accident and expressed deep sorrow over the loss and trauma caused, it solemnly remarked: “We are deeply saddened by the unfortunate incident that occurred at approximately 00:45 hours on Saturday, affecting customers connected to the Tudun Wada Pantami Distribution Transformer two in the Riyel community.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that the incident was caused by a high-tension line snapping and making contact with low-tension lines, leading to a voltage supply outside permissible limits,” she explained.
The power distribution company stated that it has launched a thorough investigation into the root causes of the technical failure and promised to implement corrective and preventive measures to forestall a recurrence.
“We are closely monitoring the situation, particularly in light of the palpable tension within the affected community,” JEDC said in its statement.
“We will continue to provide accurate updates as more facts emerge.”
JEDC also extended gratitude to local leaders for helping to calm the situation in the wake of the tragedy.
“We sincerely appreciate the traditional and community leaders in Riyel for their invaluable support in helping manage the aftermath of the incident,” the statement added.
