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The Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) says Igarra town and neighbouring communities in Akoko Edo local government area of Edo state will soon get improved supply of power. 

In a statement on Thursday, the power firm said it has finalised the design and about to award contract for the construction of a 33KV line from Okpella to Igarra.

BEDC said once the project is completed, it will change the source of supply to the recently completed 60MVA Power transformer at Okpella transmission station and cut off the existing source from Okene station.

The company noted that the previous connection has not been reliable because of the lengthy feeder and the fact that the area is under its franchise network.

“The new source, which will be under the BEDC’s network, will guarantee adequate, quality and reliable power supply to Igarra, Ibilo, Ososo and communities in Akoko Edo LGA of Edo state,” the DisCo said.

“Besides, it will also boost the business of the quarries and other SMEs in the area due to the quality and reliable power supply expected from the project once completed.”