“I spend ₦40,000 daily on light, it is a bother to me” – Veteran Actor Pete Edochie
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Veteran Nollywood Actor, Pete Edochie has raised concerns over the rising cost of electricity in Nigeria, revealing that he spends about ₦40,000 every day to keep the lights on in his home.
The respected actor disclosed this during a recent interview on a Nigerian television station, where he spoke about the financial burden created by the country’s unstable power supply.
According to the celebrated film icon, the daily cost of powering his household has become overwhelming due to the combined expenses of electricity, diesel, and petrol used to run generators.
“I pay ten thousand naira for light every day in my house. Then I spend additional thirty thousand; twenty for diesel and ten for fuel. On the whole, I spend forty thousand every single day on light. It disturbs me a lot,” he said.
Edochie explained that despite his status as one of the most respected figures in Nigeria’s film industry, the situation remains deeply frustrating.
Nigeria’s long-standing power challenges have forced many households and businesses to rely heavily on generators, resulting in significant spending on diesel and petrol to maintain electricity supply.
Beyond the cost of power, Edochie also criticised the country’s political leadership, questioning their commitment to addressing the daily struggles of ordinary citizens.
According to him, many politicians appear more focused on the privileges that come with holding office than on improving the living conditions of the people.
“Nobody seems to be bothered about what is happening to the common man,” the veteran actor lamented.
His comments highlight the broader concerns shared by many Nigerians who continue to grapple with unreliable electricity and the high cost of alternative power sources.
Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith
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