The Digest:
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has announced a planned three-hour daily power outage for 22 communities in Ibadan, Oyo State, from January 5 to January 9, 2026. The disruption is due to the ongoing road construction along Foodco Road and Idi Isin, which requires the relocation of IBEDC facilities and assets.
Key Points:
- 22 communities in Ibadan will experience 3-hour daily outages from Jan 5–9
- The outage is due to road construction along Foodco Road and Idi Isin
- IBEDC is relocating its facilities and assets in the affected area
- Affected areas include Alalubosa GRA, Lead City, Police Headquarters, and 19 others
- The company has apologized for the inconvenience caused to customers
- This follows a similar outage report in Katsina due to a transformer fire
- IBEDC assured the interruption is temporary and necessary for infrastructure safety
Sources: The Cable
