Group condemns Airforce attack on Ikeja Electric

A non-governmental organisation advocating sustainable energy access, PowerUp Nigeria has condemned the recent attack on the offices of Ikeja Electric by personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), calling it a dangerous assault on critical energy infrastructure.
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The incident occurred on March 6, 2025, when NAF personnel stormed Ikeja Electric’s headquarters in Ikeja and its Oshodi Business Unit, causing significant structural damage, destruction of equipment, and temporary suspension of operations.

In a statement issued on Wednesday, PowerUp Nigeria, decried the attack as a violation of public trust and a direct threat to Nigeria’s power sector.

The Executive Director of PowerUp Nigeria, Adetayo Adegbemle demanded for an independent investigation involving a transparent, impartial inquiry into the circumstances leading to this attack, with findings made public.   

He added that there must be accountability on prosecution of individuals and entities responsible for authorising or executing the assault.  

“Power up demands full restitution by the Nigerian Airforce for damages incurred by Ikeja Electric and affected communities with concrete measures to prevent future attacks on critical infrastructure, including clear protocols for military-civilian engagements,” he said.

PowerUp Nigeria reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with government agencies, private sector stakeholders, and civil society to strengthen the resilience of Nigeria’s energy sector.
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