Nigeria, May 15 -- Small business owners in Keffi are raising the alarm over worsening electricity supply in the area, saying the situation is driving many out of business and threatening their livelihoods.

Residents in areas such as Angwan Lambu, Tundun Kofa, and around the Area Commander's office report that power has become increasingly erratic in recent weeks. Many businesses now operate for only a few hours a day-if at all.

Mrs. Hauwa Haruna, who operates a frozen foods shop near the Area Commander's office, said she was forced to shut down after suffering massive losses due to constant power cuts.

"I lost almost all my stock. Without steady electricity, everything melts and goes bad," she said, visibly distressed.

"I tried using...