Jungle Energy Power (JEP) is facing a legal challenge over its decision to remove an electricity meter belonging to Businessman Archie S. Paye, following allegations of unauthorized electricity connection between two commercial establishments.
The General Manager of JEP, Aleyou Keita, has confirmed receiving a writ from the Gbarnga Magisterial Court, promising that he will appear before the court on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The dispute has raised questions about the company’s handling of electricity disconnections and the enforcement of regulations governing commercial electricity customers in Bong County.
Speaking briefly via telephone, Keita confirmed that JEP removed Paye’s electricity meter, alleging that the businessman connected his car wash to his tea shop using electricity supplied through the same meter.
According to the JEP manager, the arrangement was made without notifying the company’s management or obtaining the necessary authorization.
Keita argued that the alleged connection violated the third-party electricity policy established by the Liberia Electricity Regulatory Commission (LERC).
He maintained that the regulation was introduced by the Government of Liberia through LERC and was not independently created by Jungle Energy Power.
The policy, he explained, prohibits customers from sharing, transferring or supplying electricity from one customer or service address to another without the required approval.
However, the allegations against Paye are yet to be tested in court. His response to the claims was not available at the time of publication.
The case has placed JEP’s enforcement practices under public attention, particularly over how the company handles disagreements with customers when electricity services are disconnected.
Keita further disclosed that the company had encountered similar situations involving electricity customers in Gbarnga but claimed that previous cases were resolved through discussions rather than court proceedings. He did not disclose how many customers had been involved in similar disputes or explain the specific arrangements reached in those cases.
The decision to remove Paye’s meter has now resulted in a legal confrontation, with both sides expected to present their positions before the Gbarnga Magisterial Court.
The proceedings could provide an opportunity to examine the circumstances surrounding the disconnection, the alleged unauthorized connection and the application of LERC regulations.
For business operators and residents in Bong County, the dispute highlights the importance of transparency, consistent enforcement of electricity regulations and clear communication between service providers and customers.
The court’s determination will be important in resolving the dispute between JEP and the businessman.
