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AEDC begins repairs after resolving Maitama substation crisis

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News Official statement Outcome reported
  • The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has begun repairs on the C2 Maitama Substation after resolving issues related to its invasion.
  • The substation's damage caused a power outage affecting Maitama and nearby communities, including businesses and diplomatic missions.
  • AEDC thanked the Ministers of the Federal Capital Territory and Power for their intervention in resolving the dispute.

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company Plc (AEDC) has initiated repairs on the C2 Maitama Substation, following the resolution of a dispute stemming from the facility's invasion and encroachment. Technical teams have been deployed to the site to commence the repair, reinstatement, and restoration of damaged electricity infrastructure.

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc is pleased to inform our valued customers in Maitama and surrounding areas that, following sustained engagements and the intervention of key stakeholders, the issues arising from the invasion and encroachment on the C2 Maitama Substation have now been resolved.

— Abuja Electricity Distribution Company PlcAnnouncing the resolution of the Maitama substation crisis.

The incident led to a significant power outage in Maitama and surrounding areas, disrupting electricity supply to homes, businesses, diplomatic missions, and government institutions. The disruption occurred because vital cables and other essential infrastructure at the substation were damaged during the invasion.

Despite the unforeseen and exceptionally challenging circumstances surrounding the incident, a resolution has been reached, paving the way for the commencement of repair works and the restoration of electricity supply to the affected communities.

— Abuja Electricity Distribution Company PlcDescribing the outcome of the substation dispute.

AEDC announced that a resolution was reached after sustained engagements and the intervention of key stakeholders. The company expressed gratitude to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, and the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, for their swift intervention and support, which were instrumental in resolving the matter. The company is working to restore power supply to affected customers as quickly and safely as possible, thanking residents for their patience.

AEDC expresses its profound appreciation to the Honourable Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Barrister Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, and the Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, for their swift intervention, invaluable support and leadership in facilitating the resolution of this matter. Their timely involvement was instrumental in achieving a positive outcome.

— Abuja Electricity Distribution Company PlcThanking government ministers for their role in resolving the substation crisis.
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