The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Kaduna State Chapter, has expressed serious concern over the deteriorating state of electricity supply in several parts of Kaduna State, describing the situation as “unbearable” and detrimental to both the economic and social well-being of residents.
This was one of the major resolutions reached during the association’s recent Congress held in Kaduna, where members deliberated on pressing issues affecting the state, particularly those impacting women, children, and community livelihoods.
In a communiqué issued at the end of the Congress, NAWOJ observed that epileptic power supply has become a recurring challenge across many localities in the state, with prolonged outages often lasting for days or even weeks, forcing households, small businesses, and public institutions to rely heavily on costly alternatives such as generators and solar systems.
“The unstable and unreliable electricity supply in many parts of Kaduna State continues to cripple small and medium-scale enterprises, reduce productivity, and worsen the already difficult cost of living for ordinary citizens,” the statement read. “This persistent situation is no longer acceptable and requires urgent government and stakeholder intervention.”
NAWOJ noted that the current state of power supply has not only stifled economic growth but also impacted negatively on education, healthcare delivery, and domestic welfare, as schools, hospitals, and homes struggle to function efficiently without steady electricity.
The association therefore called on the Kaduna State Government, the Kaduna Electric Distribution Company (KAEDC), and relevant federal agencies, including the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), to take immediate and practical measures to stabilize power supply across the state.
“We urge the government to engage directly with electricity providers to ensure accountability, improved service delivery, and equitable power distribution,” NAWOJ stated. “Kaduna, as one of Nigeria’s key industrial and educational centers, cannot afford to operate under such erratic power conditions.”
The women journalists also stressed that reliable electricity remains a fundamental driver of economic growth and social stability, and that government inaction could further widen the poverty gap, discourage investment, and undermine development efforts at both urban and rural levels.
“Access to stable power is not a privilege it is a necessity,” the communiqué emphasized. “Residents deserve to live and work in an environment where essential services are not constantly disrupted by power outages.”
NAWOJ pledged to continue using the media as a platform to advocate for improved infrastructure, transparency in public utilities, and the protection of citizens’ welfare. The association also urged residents to report cases of electricity vandalism, illegal connections, and poor service delivery to the appropriate authorities, to ensure collective accountability.
During theongress, members reaffirmed their commitment to amplifying the voices of the voiceless and promoting good governance through responsible journalism.
“As journalists, we will continue to spotlight issues that affect everyday Nigerians, especially women and children, whose livelihoods are most affected by policy failures,” the group concluded.
About NAWOJ
The Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) is a national body of female media professionals dedicated to promoting gender equity, responsible journalism, and community development. The Kaduna Chapter remains one of the most active in Northern Nigeria, championing issues of public interest and social welfare.