The management of Benin Electricity distribution Plc has denied reports that its MD, Mrs Funke Osibodu has been arrested by an anti graft agency
A fake video has been circulating on social media showing that Mrs Osibodu was apprehended by a special squad and whisked to Abuja
A statement signed by the Management of BEDC disclosed that Mrs Osibodu is still occupying her position in her office as the lawful Managing Director of BEDC in line with the court order obtained from the Federal High Court, Abuja last month.
TThe Statement called on its customers to ignore the fake video
“The management of the company advised customers of the company and members of the public to disregard the video as same was authored by mischief makers sponsored by elements who attempted to run afoul of the law.”
It will be recalled that the Federal High Court Abuja Division had recently issued an order of interim injunction dated 8th July, 2022 restraining Fidelity Bank, its agents or privies from altering the Board of Director composition of BEDC pending the hearing and determination of the matter before the honourable court.
An attempt by a certain Henry Ajagbawa who had illegally and unconstitutionally made moves to take control of BEDC as Managing Director with the use of illegal security process to disrupt the services of BEDC was rebuffed by the Police who in compliance with the court order ensured that law and order was retained .
Consequently, the company is assuring the general public of continued restoration of governance and operational control of the company by the legitimate Board of Directors of BEDC, without any fear of harassment and/or intimidation with the Managing Director being Mrs Funke Osibodu. According to the MD, Mrs Funke Osibodu, “we are on sit to ensure that our customers are happy.”
The statutorily recognised Management of BEDC is assuring customers that the company is committed to quality and improved service delivery as the satisfaction of customers is paramount to the company
