The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has taken decisive action by sealing the headquarters of Kaduna Electric in Kaduna, citing outstanding statutory tax liabilities. This enforcement measure was confirmed by the News Agency of Nigeria on Monday, following a non-compliance notice issued by NRS Executive Chairman Zacch Adedeji.

The notice, prominently displayed at the entrance of the company’s premises, indicates that Kaduna Electric has failed to fulfill its tax obligations despite receiving prior notifications. The enforcement was carried out under the provisions of the Nigeria Tax Act and the Nigeria Tax Administration Act, among other relevant tax legislation.

The official notice clearly states, "Take notice that the owners/operators of this company/business premises have failed to comply with their statutory obligations as prescribed under the extant tax laws." This action underscores the NRS's commitment to enforcing tax compliance among businesses operating in Nigeria.

In addition to sealing the premises, the NRS has warned that any officers or agents of Kaduna Electric involved in breaching tax regulations could face prosecution under the law. The authority has also emphasized that the sealed notice must remain intact and cautioned against any unauthorized attempts to interfere with the enforcement process.

Customers arriving at the Kaduna Electric headquarters were turned away as there were no staff available to assist them, according to an anonymous company official. The notice was reportedly posted on Friday, leading to immediate operational disruptions.

This enforcement action comes on the heels of a recent regulatory intervention by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), which issued Interim Order No. NERC/2026/086. This order dissolved the Board of Directors of the Kaduna Electricity Distribution Company due to severe operational inefficiencies and a staggering cumulative market debt exceeding ₦456.5 billion. NERC's intervention aims to address these issues and improve the overall management of electricity distribution in the region.

Under the new order, NERC has appointed an interim management team, led by Mr. Abubakar Umar Hashidu, to oversee operations across Kaduna, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara while restructuring efforts are put in place. This move reflects the ongoing challenges faced by the electricity sector in Nigeria and the urgent need for reforms to ensure efficient service delivery to consumers.