Ikeja Electric explains recent drop in power supply in parts of Lagos

Business, Cityscope

LAGOS, NIGERIA (NPA) — March 24, 2026 — Nigeria’s power distribution company, Ikeja Electric, has issued a public notice to customers explaining the reason behind the recent decline in electricity supply to homes and businesses.

In the notice dated March 23, 2026, the company clarified that the ongoing reduction in supply is primarily due to a nationwide drop in power generation, caused by limited gas availability to thermal power plants. This challenge has significantly reduced the energy available on the national grid and, consequently, the allocation to Ikeja Electric and other distribution companies across the country.

As a result, the volume of electricity available for distribution has been severely impacted, leading to noticeable shortages in many communities. The company emphasised that the situation is beyond its direct control, as distribution companies can only share the power allocated to them from the national grid.

While tendering its apologies for the inconvenience caused, Ikeja Electric expressed appreciation for customers’ patience and understanding during this period. It reiterated its commitment to distributing the available power as efficiently and equitably as possible, ensuring that no area is disproportionately affected.

The company also assured customers that it is working closely with relevant stakeholders in the power sector to monitor developments and provide timely updates. Ikeja Electric reaffirmed that once gas supply improves and generation levels rise, customers will begin to experience better service delivery.