The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has assured electricity consumers in Abuja and its franchise areas that full power supply will be restored by February 23, 2025.

The outage, caused by the vandalization of the 132kV Katampe – Central Area underground transmission cable, has led to disruptions in areas such as Wuye, Utako, Jabi, Mabushi, Katampe, Life Camp, Wuse Zones 1-7, Maitama, and parts of the Central Business District.

According to a power supply update posted on AEDC’s official X handle on Wednesday, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has assured that its engineers are working day and night to restore the damaged underground transmission line near Millennium Park, Abuja.

Ongoing Restoration and Load Management

AEDC stated that while repairs continue, load management will be implemented to optimize available supply.

“We understand the inconvenience this has caused and sincerely appreciate your patience. We remain in close collaboration with TCN to ensure a swift resolution,” the company said.

Widespread Power Outages in Abuja

Between January 1 and February 11, 2025, no fewer than 188 locations in the FCT under AEDC’s franchise have suffered widespread blackouts due to technical faults.

An analysis of 26 public notices posted by AEDC revealed that multiple areas, including Garki, Kubwa, Zuba, Banex Plaza, Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) headquarters, and others, have experienced frequent disruptions despite AEDC collecting N229.39 billion in electricity revenue from January to November 2024.

The power cuts have been attributed to technical faults, ongoing maintenance, and relocation of key transmission lines such as the 33kV DC Airport Feeder and 132kV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers.

Looking Ahead

With TCN committing to restoring normal operations by February 23, AEDC urges affected residents and businesses to remain patient as efforts continue to fully restore power.