MainPower DisCo urges LECAN to embrace technology in operations
The MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) has charged the Licensed Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria (LECAN) to embrace technology in all its operations.
The Managing Director of MainPower, Dr Ernest Mupwaya, gave the charge on Thursday in Enugu when he received the newly-elected executives of the Enugu State Wing of LECAN during a courtesy visit.
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Mupwaya specifically urged the association to move away from paper-based processes and adopting digital systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in its operations.
The MainPower boss further emphasised the need for the association to broaden its scope of operations beyond routine documentation processes.
He encouraged LECAN to explore opportunities such as collaboration with state regulatory agencies responsible for building approvals, describing it as a viable avenue for growth and increased relevance.
On support to LECAN, the MainPower boss assured the association of the company’s support.
Mupwaya also reaffirmed MainPower’s willingness to maintain a strong working relationship with LECAN.
He stressed the importance of internal restructuring within the association, alongside the development of a comprehensive database of registered electrical contractors, including their office addresses.
According to him, this will help identify legitimate members and distinguish them from non-members operating within the system.
He pledged to investigate the concerns raised by LECAN and take appropriate action against any individual or group found culpable, whether staff of MainPower or members of LECAN.
Earlier, the Chairman of LECAN, Enugu State Wing, Engr. Calistus Nweke, who was accompanied by members of his executive, highlighted several operational challenges facing the association.
He sought the intervention of MainPower’s management, particularly on issues affecting the credibility of LECAN’s role in the customer onboarding process.
“This visit was aimed at formally introducing the new leadership of the association and strengthening collaboration between both organisations toward promoting efficiency, professionalism, and standardisation in their operations,” he said.
The MainPower managing director received the LECAN delegation in the company of the Chief Technical Officer, Engr. Chimezie Chukwu, and the Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Ikenna Akabuogu.