“Despite numerous written correspondences and multiple meetings, UCH management has displayed an uncooperative attitude...'
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Mr Tinuoye said that the drastic measure came after several attempts to engage with the hospital’s management regarding the substantial overdue balance, which had persisted for over six years, had failed. “Unpaid electricity bills hinder DISCOs’ abilities to fulfil obligations to GENCOs and purchase gas for power generation, contributing to the nationwide issue of low power supply.
“Additionally, IBEDC has provided infrastructure to ensure 20-24 hours of dedicated supply to UCH, yet they have refused to settle their outstanding debt or propose a workable repayment plan,” he said.“Teaching hospitals in Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital and others in Ogun State promptly settle their bills.He further stated that the National Electricity Regulatory Commission has warned DISCOs of potential licence withdrawal for non-performance.
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