Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company, PHED, on Monday, September 27, 2021 charged the ex-staff of the company, Mr. Udo Kufre Denis (former Feeder Manager, Gamma 2 Zone) to court.

Mr Udo was arraigned at the Elelenwo Magistrate Court, Port Harcourt, Rivers State on a four-count charge bordering on fraudulent diversion and stealing of funds belonging to PHED.

This follows his earlier arrest by men of the Nigeria Police Force on September 20, 2021.

The electricity company reiterate their zero-tolerance position for fraud, diversion of funds and theft.

“We similarly restate our unwavering commitment to arrest, investigate and _ fully prosecute any staff found wanting. In addition, it is important to note that we will continue to publish the names of all offenders in this vital drive to sanitize our operations,” PHED said.

PHED added that;

“Those still engaging in such fraudulent activities that dent the company’s image and reduce our monthly collections are enjoined to immediately beat a retreat and completely turn a new leaf as there is no going back in this war.”

It would be recalled that the MD/CEO of PHED Plc, Dr. Ajagbawa, PhD, FCA, LLB, made it clear that he has ZERO TOLERANCE for any staff that defrauds the company and will employ every legal means to ensure that such person is brought to book to serve as a deterrent to others.