LERSA Engages EKEDC on Persistent Power Challenges Across Lekki Corridor
Lagos, March 16, 2026 – The Lekki Estates Residents and Stakeholders Association (LERSA) has engaged the leadership of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) in a strategic meeting aimed at addressing the persistent electricity supply challenges affecting several communities across the Lekki Peninsula.
The engagement, convened by LERSA, brought together representatives of the residents’ association, members of its Power Committee, and senior officials of EKEDC to openly discuss the issues impacting power distribution in the corridor and explore practical pathways toward improving electricity supply.
Speaking during the meeting, LERSA President, Alhaji Chief Sulyman Bello, noted that the dialogue was convened to focus squarely on solutions that would improve electricity availability for residents and businesses across the axis.
According to him, the current realities facing residents have made the need for improved electricity supply even more urgent, particularly as rising fuel costs have significantly reduced the viability of petrol-powered generators as an alternative energy source.
“We are here to address the issue of power availability across our communities. Our objective is not to dwell excessively on past shortcomings but to focus on the challenges before us and collectively find workable solutions.
“The urgency is further heightened by the recent increase in petrol prices, which has made it increasingly difficult for many households and businesses to rely on generators. Under these circumstances, stable electricity supply from EKEDC remains the most sustainable option for our residents,” Bello stated.
Providing further insight into the concerns raised by residents, Engr. Obi Isiuwa, Chairman of the LERSA Power Committee, explained that the meeting offered an opportunity to examine the issues in detail and provide clarity on the challenges affecting electricity distribution in the area.
According to him, some of the matters raised during the discussions would require additional internal consultations by EKEDC, while others could potentially be addressed in the short term.
“Meetings like this allow us to go into the details, provide clarity where necessary, analyse the root causes of the issues and receive feedback on the practical steps that can be taken.
“When residents see progress and transparency in the process, it helps to manage expectations and rebuild confidence,” Isiuwa said.
Among the communities identified as experiencing electricity supply challenges are Joseph Avenue and Mohammed Yinka Bello Crescent in Onigbongbo Town (Sangotedo area), Southern Estate Lakowe Phase II and surrounding areas, Abijo GRA, Sea Side Estate in Ajah, Crown Estate in Sangotedo, Madam Cellular Close off Agungi Road, U3 Estate off Akinyemi Avenue, Marwa Bus Stop in Lekki, as well as the Onikoyi/Araromi area off Mobil Road in Ajah.
The issues raised by residents include inadequate transformers, frequent feeder breakdowns, voltage fluctuations, ageing distribution infrastructure, and intermittent tripping within the network.
Responding to the concerns, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of EKEDC, Mr. Olumide Jerome, informed participants that the company had invested approximately ₦60 billion in strengthening electricity distribution and infrastructure within its operational network.
He explained that the investment formed part of the company’s broader strategy under its new management to significantly improve service delivery to customers across its franchise areas.
Jerome disclosed that EKEDC was prepared to deploy transformers on a case-by-case basis, commission new feeders in some locations, replace faulty electrical panels, and complete ongoing injection substation projects to strengthen power supply within the Lekki corridor.
According to him, about 100 transformers are currently available for deployment to areas with critical electricity supply needs.
He, however, cautioned that in situations where residential buildings had been redeveloped into high-rise apartments, hotels or other energy-intensive structures, developers should make provisions for dedicated private transformers rather than placing additional pressure on existing public distribution infrastructure.
“Where properties have transitioned from the original structures to high-rise developments or hospitality facilities, developers should factor private transformers into their projects instead of placing additional load on public transformers,” Jerome said.
He also encouraged residents to promptly report cases where properties had been illegally connected to public transformers, noting that such actions could significantly destabilise electricity distribution within affected communities.
Also speaking during the meeting, Head of Projects at EKEDC, Mrs. Angela Ukhokhoakhe, revealed that the company had completed 38 electricity infrastructure projects between January 2025 and date as part of its network improvement programme.
According to her, these projects include the rehabilitation of 26 feeders and the commissioning of four new feeders across various locations.
She added that EKEDC had also commissioned the NTDA Injection Substation, which operates with two 33kV feeders and three 11kV feeders, while a 15MVA power transformer was replaced at the Maroko Injection Substation.
Other upgrades carried out include the replacement of obsolete 11kV panels at substations such as NEPA Close, Fowler, Victoria Garden City (VGC), Elemoro and Waterfront, as well as the retrofit and restoration of the T2 15MVA transformer at the VGC Injection Substation.
Ukhokhoakhe further disclosed that an additional 15MVA transformer installed at the Lekki Injection Substation has been completed and is currently awaiting commissioning.
She noted that 16 feeder rehabilitation projects are presently ongoing, while new feeder construction projects have also been awarded. In addition, EKEDC is currently upgrading 11 units of 300kVA transformers to 500kVA capacity, expanding the Agungi Injection Substation from 1x15MVA to 2x15MVA, and extending the Medallion power line to the Elemoro Injection Substation.
According to her, these initiatives form part of EKEDC’s broader efforts to strengthen electricity supply reliability and distribution efficiency across the Lekki axis.
The meeting concluded with a commitment from both LERSA and EKEDC to maintain open communication and continued collaboration toward improving electricity supply across the Lekki Peninsula.
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