The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has notified customers across parts of Lagos State of a scheduled 25-day power outage, set to begin on Monday, July 28, and end on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The power interruptions, which will occur daily between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., are linked to ongoing maintenance activities by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
In a public notice shared on its verified social media platforms on Friday, EKEDC explained that the power cuts are necessary to allow TCN to carry out maintenance work on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line—one of the major transmission routes supplying electricity to Lagos and its environs.
“Please be informed that the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) will carry out scheduled maintenance on the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330kV transmission line from Monday, July 28 to Thursday, August 21, 2025, between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm daily,” the statement read.
The utility company clarified that while the maintenance is not directly within its control, the process will significantly affect power supply in its coverage areas. As a result, customers are to expect intermittent supply, load shedding, and extended periods of outage during the stated window.
Although EKEDC did not list the exact areas to be affected, the Omotosho–Ikeja West line serves key parts of Lagos, suggesting that several residential, commercial, and industrial zones may experience the disruption. Residents, small businesses, and organisations that rely on a steady power supply have been advised to make alternative arrangements and prepare for the temporary inconvenience.
The company appealed for patience and understanding from the public, assuring customers that the planned upgrade by TCN is essential to improving the reliability and efficiency of electricity supply in the long term.
“This maintenance is critical to strengthening the grid infrastructure and reducing the likelihood of unplanned outages in the future,” EKEDC noted.
Power sector stakeholders have often cited the need for major investments in grid maintenance and transmission upgrades to improve service delivery. While scheduled outages such as this may cause short-term discomfort, experts believe they are necessary to prevent larger-scale disruptions and to modernise Nigeria’s ageing power infrastructure.
Customers seeking more information or clarification are encouraged to reach out to EKEDC’s customer service channels. The company also promised to provide real-time updates should there be any changes in the maintenance schedule or expected restoration timelines.
