EKEDC announces power outage after Lagos fire

Eko Electricity Distribution Company has announced ongoing efforts to restore power supply in parts of Lagos following a major outage caused by a fire incident along the Lekki-Epe Expressway.

In a statement released on Saturday, the company explained that the disruption was triggered by a vehicle collision involving a stationary gas tanker.

The resulting fire caused significant damage to the Ibeju and Medallion 33kV feeders, including critical conductors and overhead line equipment.

The statement read, “Please be informed that the current power outage was caused by a fire incident that occurred last night following a vehicle collision with a stationary gas tanker

The resulting fire led to significant damage to the Ibeju and Medallion 33kV feeders, including critical conductors and overhead line equipment. This unexpected incident has disrupted the power supply in the affected areas.

Our technical team is working diligently to replace the damaged components and restore the power supply as quickly and safely as possible. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused by this unforeseen incident and thank you.”

EKEDC listed the affected areas to include Medallion Feeder (including Medallion Company), Sangotedo, Majek, Fidiso, Awoyaya, Container, Eputu, Lagasa, Losoro, Kajola, and Onisan, all on the Ibeju 33kV feeder.

The outage comes in the wake of a tragic gas explosion in the Ajah axis of Lagos that claimed two lives and destroyed several properties, including warehouses and roadside shops.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday at Tera Ahmed bus stop, Sangotedo, following a collision between a gas tanker and a tipper truck.

Residents in the affected areas have been urged to exercise caution while the repair works continue, as EKEDC’s technical teams work to safely restore power to homes and businesses.