Industrial action suspended following KEDCO, Labour agreement

Orisemeke Benjamin

Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) said issues that led to the industrial action by its workforce has been suspended.

A statement signed by Head, Corporate Communications of KEDCO, Sani Bala Sani, the resolution was a product of engagement involving Nigerian Labour Congress, the Bureau of Public Enterprise, Future Energies Africa (the Core Investors in KEDCO) and the Kano State Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy.

“The Management of Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) wishes to inform the general public, our esteemed customers, and all stakeholders of the suspension of the ongoing industrial action following productive engagements and concrete resolutions reached by all parties

“Resolving inherited issues of unpaid pension obligations, employee emoluments and benefits have been a key focus of the company after the restructuring exercise that had emerge as the new Core Investor,” it said.

While stating that issues of settlement of outstanding arrears; 2025 bonus payment; and establishment of dialogue framework were agreed upon, the DisCo anticipates that our current plan and trajectory will resolve these inherited issues.

“KEDCO has paid the 13th-month salary (bonus) arrears of One Hundred and Fifty Million Naira (₦150,000,000), and appraisal bonus of Twenty Million Naira (₦20,000,000) dating back to 2019 and 2022, respectively, totaling One Hundred and Seventy Million Naira (₦170,000,000). This demonstrates management’s commitment to honoring its obligations to the workforce.

“The Company has committed to settling the 2025 13th-month salary arrears (bonus) of One Hundred and Seventy-Four Million (N174,000,000) in the February 2026 salary cycle, alongside regular salary payments.

“An expanded meeting involving representatives from the NLC Secretariat, the Electricity Labour Unions, and the Board of KEDCO will be convened to address other pending complex issues. This collaborative approach ensures lasting solutions that serve the interests of all parties,” the company explained.

The company’s management stated that based on these agreements, “the industrial action has been suspended with immediate effect. All parties have committed to a no-victimization clause, ensuring that no worker or stakeholder shall face reprisals arising from this action.”

The company said that with the suspension of the industrial action, normal operations have resumed across all our service areas.

“KEDCO Management appreciates its customers’ understanding and patience during this period. Enhanced resolution frameworks are being developed to ensure no recurrence of this type of action happens under our watch.

“We assure our customers of our continued dedication to providing a reliable and efficient electricity supply. We remain committed to improving service delivery, maintaining harmonious labor relations, and ensuring sustainable operations that benefit all stakeholders,” it further explained.