PowerUp Nigeria, a non-governmental organization advocating for sustainable energy access, has strongly condemned the recent attack on Ikeja Electric’s offices by Nigerian Air Force personnel.
The organization described the attack as a dangerous assault on critical energy infrastructure.
According to PowerUp Nigeria, the March 6, 2025, attack at Ikeja Electric’s headquarters in Ikeja and its Oshodi Business Unit caused significant damage, including structural destruction, equipment damage, and temporary suspension of operations. PowerUp Nigeria’s Executive Director, Adetayo Adegbemle, deemed the attack “uncalled for” and a violation of public trust, posing a direct threat to Nigeria’s power sector.
Adegbemle demanded an independent investigation into the attack, emphasizing the need for transparency, impartiality, and public disclosure of findings.
He also stressed the importance of accountability, seeking prosecution of individuals and entities responsible for authorizing or executing the assault.
“Power up demands full restitution by the Nigerian Air Force 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.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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