Residents of the Arepo community in Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State are facing prolonged electricity disruptions following damage to power infrastructure serving the area.
The situation has heightened concerns among residents and business owners, who say the unreliable electricity supply has affected daily activities, commercial operations and household expenses.
The development follows reports of damage to electricity infrastructure in the community after a truck accidentally pulled down a high-tension line serving the WiseBuyers Supermarket Distribution Transformer in Arepo.
The incident reportedly damaged two electricity poles and left electrical cables hanging dangerously close to the ground.
Residents were subsequently advised to avoid the affected area because of the safety risks posed by the damaged poles and electrical cables.
The power challenge has added to existing concerns over electricity supply in Arepo. Residents under the Concerned Residents of Arepo recently complained that the community had received barely two hours of electricity daily over a four-month period.
They also called for the rehabilitation of ageing transformers and other electricity infrastructure.
According to the residents, the prolonged power interruptions have placed additional financial pressure on households and businesses, with many people relying on generators and other alternative sources of electricity.
Business operators have particularly expressed concern about the impact of unreliable power supply on their operations, while residents say the situation is making everyday activities increasingly difficult.
The community is therefore calling for urgent intervention by the relevant electricity authorities to repair the damaged facilities, restore stable electricity supply and address other infrastructure challenges affecting the area.
Residents also urged electricity distribution authorities to ensure that damaged poles, cables and transformers are properly rehabilitated to prevent further disruptions and protect lives and property.
The situation underscores the need for timely maintenance and replacement of ageing electricity infrastructure across communities in Ogun State.
