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NUEE Shuts Down BEDC Facilities

NUEE has shut down BEDC facilities in Edo, Delta, Ondo and Ekiti states. This has resulted in a blackout in these areas.

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The shutdown is due to a dispute over emoluments and welfare packages. The management of BEDC is currently meeting with the leadership of NUEE to resolve the issue.

The blackout has affected many residents and workers in the affected states. The Nigerian Labour Congress has also intervened in the labour dispute.

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