Maitamma Residents Face Fresh Power Outage
The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced a fresh power outage affecting the Maitama area of Abuja. The company disclosed this in a notice issued on Tuesday, highlighting that the fault lies with a high-voltage underground cable.
AEDC stated, “We wish to inform you that the current power outage is due to a fault in a high-voltage underground cable.”
Consumers are advised to prepare for an estimated 12-hour disruption. The affected areas include Usuma Street and Off Gana Street, as well as surrounding businesses like Zenith Bank and H-Medix.
DAILY POST reports electricity consumers in Apo Resettlement and Wuye have also been experiencing outages over the past few days, highlighting ongoing issues.
Where did this occur?
The fault occurred on key streets such as Usuma Street and Off Gana Street within the Maitama area. AEDC has instructed residents to be prepared for approximately 12 hours of power outage from Tuesday afternoon onwards.
Why is it happening?
AEDC identified a fault in one of its high-voltage underground cables, leading to this disruption and impacting the surrounding areas as well. This situation highlights ongoing challenges in maintaining stable electricity supply in Abuja's FCT.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will the power outage last?
The estimated duration is 12 hours, ranging from Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday morning.
What areas are affected by this outage?
Around Usuma Street and Off Gana Street in Maitama, as well as other key businesses including Zenith Bank and H-Medix. Additionally, residents of Apo Resettlement and Wuye have also reported outages.
Will AEDC be offering any assistance?
No official statement regarding assistance has been made by AEDC yet; however, users are advised to keep their devices charged. Further updates will be issued as the situation evolves.