Power Supply Drop: Ikeja Electric Blames Nationwide Gas Shortage

Power Supply Drop: Ikeja Electric Blames Nationwide Gas Shortage

Electricity distribution company, Ikeja Electric Plc, has attributed the ongoing reduction in power supply across its network to a nationwide decline in electricity generation caused by limited gas supply to thermal power plants.

In a public notice issued on March 23, 2026, the company explained that the shortage of gas has significantly reduced the volume of energy available on the national grid. This, in turn, has affected the allocation of electricity to distribution companies, including Ikeja Electric.

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The firm noted that the development has led to a noticeable drop in the amount of electricity available for distribution to its customers within its coverage areas.

Ikeja Electric expressed regret over the inconvenience caused by the situation, appealing to customers for patience and understanding as efforts continue to manage the limited supply.

The company further assured the public of its commitment to distributing the available electricity as efficiently and fairly as possible during the period of constrained generation.

The notice was signed by the management of the company.

Power Supply Drop: Ikeja Electric Blames Nationwide Gas Shortage