Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA), saddled with the enforcement of technical standards in the power sector, yesterday, disclosed that at least eight Distribution Companies (Discos) had so far been audited to ensure strict compliance with safety requirements.
Speaking during an interview with journalists in Abuja, Managing Director of the agency, Aliyu Tukur, stated that reported cases of injuries and deaths linked to the power sector could be avoided if industry players adhered strictly to standards set by NEMSA.
After a review of mishaps in the sector, the chief electrical inspector of the federation explained that it was found that a number of the safety manuals and codes operated by the utility companies were outdated, prompting an immediate overhaul.
Source: This Day