Residents of Bwari Area Council in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are facing a prolonged power outage that has lasted for nearly two weeks, leading to significant losses and mounting frustration.
The outage, attributed to a faulty circuit breaker at the Kubwa transmission station, has affected several major areas, including Kubwa, Dutse, Gwarinpa, and Ushafa.
According to an insider source, the situation has resulted in daily financial losses amounting to billions of naira. The delay in replacing the circuit breaker has been exacerbated by bureaucratic inefficiencies and alleged incompetence within the system.
Despite efforts to connect the affected area of Bwari to an alternative circuit, the overloaded system has been unable to provide a stable power supply.
Residents have reported substantial losses, particularly in sectors reliant on electricity. Perishable goods have spoiled, and businesses have been unable to operate effectively.
Chief James Ojobo, a resident of Dutse Alhaji, expressed his frustration, stating that the community’s patience has been overstretched, and protests are imminent if the situation is not addressed promptly.
Hon. Emeka Ohaeri, Chairman of the Pmagbe Landlords Association, echoed these concerns, highlighting the impact on residents and businesses.
He criticised the lack of transparency and communication from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) and the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), both of which have been involved in efforts to restore power.
The outage has also disrupted the operations of key institutions in the Bwari area, including the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), the Nigerian Law School, and various training facilities.
The continued power failure has raised questions about the management and maintenance of critical infrastructure in the FCT.
Residents of Bwari are calling for immediate action to resolve the issue and prevent further economic and social disruptions.
The situation remains tense, with the community prepared to take collective action if their demands are not met promptly.
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