Egbin Power Plc has shut down operations following a fatal industrial accident involving a contractor during an underwater maintenance exercise on Tuesday. The company's Head of Corporate Affairs, Felix Ofulue, confirmed the incident and expressed condolences to the family of the deceased. A source familiar with the development told NAN that the contractor was engaged in specialised underwater work at the plant's pump house when a submerged pumping machine unexpectedly powered on, trapping and killing the diver. The plant, with an installed capacity of 1,320 megawatts, has remained offline since April 28 for safety checks and assessment.
Key Points
- A major contributor to the national grid is offline, potentially reducing electricity supply.
- Households and businesses may experience load shedding or blackouts during the shutdown.
- The contractor's family loses a breadwinner in a workplace safety failure.
- The incident raises questions about safety protocols for underwater industrial operations.
- Engineers are conducting detailed assessments before the plant can resume operations.
Watch how long the Egbin plant remains offline and whether safety reviews lead to operational changes before restart.
Sources: The Punch
