By joshua FCDA official allegedly leads invasion that disrupts power supply to Maitama, Abuja
Residents, businesses, government institutions, and diplomatic missions in Maitama and surrounding areas of Abuja are experiencing a power outage after the C2 Maitama Substation was allegedly invaded and damaged by suspected land grabbers.
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) said in a public notice on Friday that it was forced to suspend electricity supply from the facility following an encroachment, which it blamed on a group allegedly led by a senior official of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA).
The public notice reads in part: “The C2 Maitama Substation is a critical electricity distribution installation serving homes, businesses, diplomatic missions and government institutions. During the encroachment, vital electricity cables and other network infrastructure were damaged, making it unsafe and technically impossible to continue power supply from the facility.
“AEDC has also petitioned the relevant authorities over the activities of individuals, as the substation and its land duly belongs to AEDC. The Company expects a thorough investigation and appropriate action in accordance with the law.
“We strongly condemn any encroachment on critical national infrastructure, as such actions deprive communities of essential electricity supply, disrupt economic activities and compromise public interest.”
AEDC regretted the inconvenience caused by the ugly incident and assured customers that “restoration efforts will commence as soon as the substation is secured and the damaged infrastructure is rebuilt. We appreciate the understanding and support of our customers as we work with the relevant authorities to resolve this unfortunate situation.”