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_Lagos will experience scheduled power outages every weekday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from July 28 to August 21, 2025._

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i]_The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and the Nigeria Independent System Operator (NISO) have approved a maintenance upgrade of the Omotosho–Ikeja West 330 kV transmission line by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).[/i]

_This upgrade involves installing Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) fibre cable and will affect the bulk power supply across many parts of the city.


The following districts and suburbs will see power cuts during the work hours listed above:

Ojodu
Oke‑Ira
Agidingbi
Omole Phase 1 & 2
Iju
Berger
Magodo Phase 1 & 2
Ketu
Oregun
Ojota
Parts of Agege
Ifako
Abule Egba
Ojo
Ikeja
Oshodi
Ayobo
Alimosho
Ogba
Alausa
Ejigbo

Ikeja Electric and Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) have warned their customers that they may also face irregular supply as a knock‑on effect of the TCN maintenance.


The Omotosho–Ikeja West 330 kV line carries bulk power from the Omotosho Power Station in Ondo State to the main transmission hub in Ikeja, Lagos. Upgrading this vital corridor with fibre‑optic grounding wire will improve grid stability, reduce future faults and enhance data communications for the power network.

*How to Cope with Daily Nine‑Hour Outages*


*Keep Your Fridge Cold
Fill ice‑block trays or freezer bags with water before the outage. This will help maintain low temperatures and protect perishable food.
Use a Generator
A small generator can power essential appliances during the blackout. Expect fuel costs around ₦10,000 per day, depending on generator size and load.

Consider Solar Inverters

A solar‑charged inverter or battery backup can run lights, fans and small devices. Basic inverters cost from ₦50,000, while complete solar setups range from ₦1 million to ₦5 million.
Charge Phones and Laptops in Advance
Charge devices at work or school before returning home. If you cannot, public charging stations in markets can top up your battery—just be careful to secure your device and belongings.
Plan Activities Around Blackout Hours
Schedule cooking, laundry and other power‑dependent tasks before 8 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Move key meetings or study sessions to times when electricity is guaranteed.

Source: https://businesselitesafrica.com/lagos-blackouts-affected-areas-and-how-to-prepare

not every Alimosho sha cos I was in Alimosho yesterday for biz.

Wishing those that will be involved in the capital maintenance project success. From a fellow Power Systems Engineer.

OK. Very good to notify them.

18 more characters needed.

Na them sabi na. they should buy generator or solar, or wait till the work is over. Pls, how do I treat this stubborn dandruff on my head?

Having light from 5pm till dawn is still not bad oo

I think seun needs to change this character of a thing if mods don't know meaning of characters. How can I put full stop and u don't see it as a character? So, instead, kuku change it to 40 letter words.

Well I'm ready, nothing do me, but I don't think it affected us at Abule Egba, Agbelekale side tho

Solar installation market don open for those areas

Light has been stable here at ogba since on Monday...maybe some parts of the areas mentioned.

Feel free to bring your phones and laptops to your local bank for a little power boost! Just stroll in like you’re about to make a big transaction, and let those devices soak up some energy. Who knew that banking could also double as a charging station? What a clever multitasker!

Light dey boku for here o! Na we dey switch off self!

Ipaja!

Alimosho!

Band A!

We have grown thick skin against such.

9 more character

Mushin Olosha.
Mushin Olosha
Mushin Olosha

You feel the vibes

Here in okeira ogba we have constant light 24hrs since 4 days now.

Blackout in 2025?


What is wrong with this country?

Been waiting for this. Thank goodness my area is not there.

Almost everywhere in Alimosho has light.
I'm currently in Iyana ipaja to visit my dad and there's been stable light for day and he's not even in Band A but C.

MaziObinnaokija:
not every Alimosho sha cos I was in Alimosho yesterday for biz.

Generalkaycee:
Blackout in 2025?


What is wrong with this country?

Did you even read the report? Always in a rush to comment. So because it's 2025, repairs and upgrade works which will eventually improves service deliveries should not be carried out?
You people need joy.

Sums it all up, just hav it at the back of your mind that for 10 hours you won't experience power.

Thank God ojo wasnt mentioned .. steady light wan kill us for here

U people causing problems will also be giving tips on how to prepare. Sey dey swear for una with hard life?

Lol ! Why are they announcing the outage as if it isnt a normal thing! They are even giving hints how to survive as if electricity supply was 24 hours and this outage is something that never occurs!

Steady light for ebute metta for weeks now

How many characters remains??

Moldrel:
Having light from 5pm till dawn is still not bad oo

Simply because you are not a self employed person, you would have appreciate day lights provisions. is it just to enjoy AC & FAN @ night?

Though, there is 2 sides of a coin

Bros! Go back to the thread!
It stated, Lagos will experience scheduled power outages every weekday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from
July 28 to August 21, 2025. and these are the productive hours.....

adenigga:
_Lagos will experience scheduled power outages every weekday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from July 28 to August 21, 2025._

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Source: https://businesselitesafrica.com/lagos-blackouts-affected-areas-and-how-to-prepare

Ikeja electric sent a mail for this disruption

I dont see the fuse

princeade86:
I think seun needs to change this character of a thing if mods don't know meaning of characters. How can I put full stop and u don't see it as a character? So, instead, kuku change it to 40 letter words.

oti sun emi gan how on earth would you say a full stop is not a character...but na character when I register for sporty bet

AntiChristian:
Light dey boku for here o! Na we dey switch off self!

omg not again.

Agbadoid, it’s not a lying competition

Osiris12:
omg not again.

Agbadoid, it’s not a lying competition

If I am not telling lies may hunger almost kill you today!

Say aamin.

AntiChristian:
If I am not telling lies may hunger almost kill you today!

Say aamin.

huger brought about by renewed hopelessness Abi?

Me and your kinsmen dey gather chop am steady

Alimosho? 🤔. Meaning we at Command go collect niyen oooo