Ikeja Electric headquarters sealed after prolonged blackout dispute
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) sealed Ikeja Electric’s headquarters in Lagos on June 5, 2025. The action followed complaints that 19 residential units were left without electricity for about 30 months, despite all bills being paid. Bola Adeyinka, FCCPC’s Director of Surveillance and Investigation, said the move came after repeated warnings and non-compliance with regulatory directives. Ikeja Electric stated it is working to resolve the issue and maintain service to other customers.
What happened
- The FCCPC shut down Ikeja Electric’s headquarters on June 5, 2025, over a 30-month blackout affecting 19 homes.
- The affected property owner had paid all charges and fulfilled obligations, but still had no power.
- Bola Adeyinka said the enforcement followed multiple failed engagements and ignored directives from both FCCPC and NERC.
- Ikeja Electric confirmed the closure but assured that electricity distribution to other customers remains unaffected.
- Residents in Lagos have recently accused Ikeja Electric of poor service and exploitation, citing tariff hikes and prolonged outages.
