By Lagos, Nigeria – Ikeja Electricity has warned that acts of vandalism on electricity infrastructure plunge homes into darkness, disrupt businesses, and put lives at risk.
The company said that damaged transformers, stolen cables, and tampered meters lead to power outages, safety risks, and unnecessary costs that affect everyone. “Every damaged transformer, stolen cable, or tampered meter leads to outages, safety risks, and unnecessary costs that affect us all,” it stated.
Residents have been urged to report any suspicious acts of vandalism to the company or relevant authorities. Ikeja Electricity emphasized that timely reporting is essential to prevent further disruptions. “Together, we can keep the lights on,” the announcement added.
Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant, reporting any unusual activity, including tampering with meters, stealing cables, or damaging transformers. According to Ikeja Electricity, these acts not only destroy assets but also create costs and risks that affect the wider community.
Ikeja Electricity concluded by reiterating that community cooperation is key, asking residents to help protect electricity infrastructure to maintain a continuous power supply and minimize disruptions caused by vandalism.
