Power restored to Oyo communities after weeks of outage
Residents of Soka, Elebu, and nearby areas in Ibadan, Oyo State, are celebrating the return of electricity after enduring a prolonged blackout. The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) announced that power has been restored following the replacement of a faulty transformer. The outage had disrupted businesses, education, and access to basic amenities for weeks. Community members and business owners expressed relief but urged for consistent electricity supply going forward.
What happened
- IBEDC restored electricity to Soka, Elebu, and adjoining communities after replacing a faulty 15MVA transformer.
- The outage was linked to increased load demand from ongoing upgrades in the Ire-Akara and Aweni Estates under the Band A feeder.
- Residents and business owners reported significant hardships, including high fuel costs and disrupted daily activities.
- Community members like Mr Seyi, Mrs Rosabel, and Miss Ayo shared how the blackout affected water supply, business operations, and academic work.
- Locals have called on IBEDC to ensure the new power supply is consistent to prevent future disruptions.
