The Enugu Electricity Distribution Company (EEDC) has announced a scheduled two-day power outage in parts of Anambra and Enugu states, set to take place on Sunday and Monday, August 31 and September 1, 2025.
In a statement issued on Saturday, Emeka Ezeh, the Group Head of Corporate Communications at EEDC, explained that the outage is necessary for maintenance work by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
The TCN maintenance crew will be replacing faulty overhead porcelain insulators at the 330kV switchyard in Awada, Anambra State.
The planned power disruption will affect customers in Anambra State and parts of Enugu State, specifically those in Oji River and surrounding communities.
The outage will occur daily between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, from August 31 to September 1.
Ezeh expressed regret for any inconvenience caused and requested customers’ understanding, emphasizing that the maintenance is aimed at improving the overall quality of service for the affected regions.
