NERC records 112 electricity-related deaths

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Vandalism and wire snaps have been identified as major causes of electricity-related fatalities in Nigeria, according to the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission.

In its quarterly reports, NERC disclosed that 112 deaths were recorded in 2024, a slight decline of 2.6 per cent compared to 115 deaths reported in 2023.

Despite this reduction, the data shows that incidents related to vandalism continue to pose a significant threat to both utility workers and members of the public.

The PUNCH also observed that the total number of injuries in 2024 was 95, representing a decrease of 6.9 per cent from 102 recorded in 2023.The NERC report highlighted that fatalities were unevenly distributed throughout the year, with some quarters recording significant spikes. (Punch)

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