Residents in parts of Lagos State will experience scheduled power outages over a 25-day period as the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) embarks on critical maintenance work on one of its high-voltage transmission lines.
In a notice shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) account on Friday, the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) informed customers that the planned disruption will begin on Monday, July 28 and continue until Thursday, August 21, 2025. The daily outages will occur between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. across affected areas.
Why the Outage Is Happening
According to EKEDC, the blackout is necessary to facilitate essential upgrades on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line, one of the key backbones in the national electricity grid. The work is being carried out by TCN, which oversees high-voltage infrastructure and grid reliability.
“This is part of ongoing efforts to enhance power delivery and ensure long-term system stability,” the statement read. “While this maintenance is crucial, we understand the inconvenience it may cause and are working closely with TCN to minimise impact.”
Areas and Customers Likely to Be Affected
Although EKEDC did not specify a full list of affected communities, the outage is expected to impact several districts under the Eko DisCo franchise, which includes parts of Lagos Island, Lekki, Victoria Island, Festac, Ijora, and Surulere, among others.
Customers in these areas may experience intermittent supply, load shedding, or complete blackouts during the stated hours.
Appeal for Public Understanding
Eko DisCo appealed to customers to bear with the situation, noting that such maintenance is vital for improving service reliability over time. The company also encouraged residents and businesses to plan ahead, especially those who rely heavily on stable electricity for operations.
“We appreciate the patience and understanding of our customers during this period and assure them of our continued commitment to delivering efficient power supply once this phase of maintenance is completed,” EKEDC said.
Nigeria’s power infrastructure continues to undergo phased rehabilitation and upgrades amid growing demand and network stress. Projects like the Omotosho–Ikeja West overhaul are seen as necessary steps to reduce transmission bottlenecks and improve supply consistency in the long run.
While temporary outages are often disruptive, electricity stakeholders urge consumers to view them as part of the broader effort to stabilise the national grid and modernise aging infrastructure.