Power Supply Drops in Lagos as Transmission Faults Trigger Load Shedding

Power Supply Drops in Lagos as Transmission Faults Trigger Load Shedding

Electricity supply across parts of Lagos has been significantly disrupted following a reduction in power allocation from the national grid, the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has said.

In a public notice issued on Friday, the distribution company attributed the development to forced outages on two major transmission خطوط—Benin–Egbin and Oshogbo–Ikeja West 330kV lines—which have constrained the volume of electricity available for distribution.

According to EKEDC, the outages have resulted in a sharp drop in power supply, making it necessary to implement extensive load shedding across its network to manage the limited electricity.

“These constraints have led to a reduction in power allocation, resulting in widespread load shedding across our network,” the company stated.

The affected transmission lines are operated by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), which is responsible for the bulk transfer of electricity from generation companies to distribution firms nationwide.

Industry analysts note that the Benin–Egbin and Oshogbo–Ikeja West lines are critical infrastructure for power supply into Lagos and surrounding areas. Any disruption along these routes often has immediate and far-reaching consequences for consumers.

Residents and businesses in EKEDC coverage areas have already begun experiencing prolonged outages and erratic supply, raising concerns about economic losses and disruptions to daily activities.

EKEDC, however, appealed for patience, assuring customers that efforts are ongoing to restore normal supply once the transmission faults are resolved.

The company did not provide a specific timeline for restoration but reiterated its commitment to keeping customers informed as the situation evolves.

Power Supply Drops in Lagos as Transmission Faults Trigger Load Shedding