Residents across Lagos continue to grapple with severe power disruptions due to ongoing faults on the 330kV transmission lines, significantly affecting businesses and daily activities.
The management of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) confirmed the situation in a statement released via its X handle on Monday. According to EKEDC, the persistent load-shedding stems from reduced power allocation from the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), its primary partner in power distribution.
“This is to kindly update you that we are still experiencing reduced power allocation from our TCN partners due to faults on the 330kV lines feeding the Lagos region,” the company stated.
The ongoing power crisis has sparked widespread frustration among residents and business owners, many of whom rely heavily on stable electricity for their operations. Numerous complaints have surfaced regarding the economic and social impact of the outages, particularly on small businesses, hospitals, and households.
In response to the public outcry, EKEDC assured customers that it is actively working to resolve the issue. “Rest assured that we are taking all necessary steps to address the situation as we work closely with TCN and other partners to resolve the issue and ensure a more stable power supply soonest,” the statement read.
The company also expressed appreciation to its customers for their patience and understanding during this challenging period, reiterating its commitment to restoring full power supply as quickly as possible.
