Ikeja Electric Announces 25-Day Power Outage In Lagos For Essential Maintenance.
Ikeja Electric, a leading electricity distribution company in Nigeria, has informed residents of Lagos State about a planned 25-day power interruption to facilitate critical maintenance work by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN). The outage, scheduled to commence on Monday, 28 July 2025, and conclude on Thursday, 21 August 2025, will occur daily between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, affecting various parts of the company’s network, including areas such as Abule Egba, Ikeja, Akowonjo, Ikorodu, Shomolu, and Oshodi.
The maintenance work focuses on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line, a vital component of Nigeria’s national power grid. According to a statement released by Ikeja Electric on Friday, 25 July 2025, the scheduled disruptions are necessary to ensure the long-term stability and reliability of the power supply. “During this period, customers may experience intermittent power supply and load shedding across our network due to the planned TCN outage,” the notice explained, expressing regret for any inconvenience caused.
The announcement follows a similar notice from Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC), which also confirmed a 24-day outage across its network, covering areas like Victoria Island, Lekki, Apapa, Surulere, and Lagos Island, for the same maintenance period. Both companies have emphasised that the repairs are essential to prevent potential equipment failures and enhance the grid’s capacity to deliver consistent electricity.
Public reactions, as seen on social media platforms, reflect mixed sentiments. Some residents, such as Stanley (@ronstanp), praised the advance notice, noting it as an improvement over past unannounced outages. Others expressed frustration, with one user lamenting the impact on daily life, particularly in areas like Ojo, where power reliability is already a challenge. Small business owners and households, heavily reliant on generators due to Nigeria’s erratic grid, have voiced concerns about the potential economic and personal toll of the outages.
Ikeja Electric and EKEDC have urged customers to plan accordingly, assuring them that efforts are underway to minimise disruptions where possible. The companies’ proactive communication aims to mitigate public frustration, a recurring issue highlighted by power sector analysts who note that poor communication has historically exacerbated discontent during such maintenance periods. This planned outage underscores the ongoing challenges in Nigeria’s power sector, but also the commitment to improving infrastructure for a more stable electricity supply in the future.