Kaduna Electric informs the general public that the Chief Magistrate Court, Ibrahim Taiwo Road, Kaduna, has convicted two individuals, Mahmud Mohammed and Mubarak Mohammed, for criminal conspiracy, assault, and causing bodily harm to a Kaduna Electric staff member while performing official duties at Ungwan Shanu, Kaduna.
After an extensive trial, the court found the accused persons guilty and sentenced them as follows:
- Offence of Assault: Six (6) months imprisonment with an option of a N10,000 fine and one (1) month of community service under Section 240 of the Penal Code Law, 2017.
- Offence of Causing Bodily Harm: One (1) year imprisonment with an option of a N50,000 fine and community service for two (2) months.
- Offence of Criminal Conspiracy: Six (6) months imprisonment with an option of a N20,000 fine and community service for one (1) month.
In addition, the convicts were ordered by the court to pay compensation of N100,000 to the assaulted staff member.
While acknowledging the court’s judgment, Kaduna Electric’s Head of Legal Department expressed concern that the option of fines may not serve as a sufficient deterrent for such serious offences against frontline utility workers.
“The conviction is a step in the right direction for the protection of law-abiding citizens and critical workforce,” the Head of Legal Department stated. “However, this outcome highlights a pressing need to critically review the penal code and the broader legal framework surrounding the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry. The consequences for assaulting essential service personnel must be substantial enough to truly deter potential offenders and reflect the gravity of such acts, which disrupt essential services and endanger lives.”
The company reiterates its zero-tolerance policy toward any form of assault, intimidation, or harassment of its staff while they are carrying out their lawful duties.
Customers and members of the public are reminded to always seek redress for any grievances through appropriate and lawful channels.
Signed
Management
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