Poor Power Supply: PHCN Blames Vandals

The Somolu Business Unit of Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN) has blamed the spate of vandalism of its installations for the epileptic power supply to the area.

Mr Chris Okonkwo, the unit Business Manager, told newsmen in Lagos yesterday  that total blackout was imminent in the area following destruction of many substations.

Okonkwo said that protection of electrical installations should be taken seriously by all, adding that PHCN did not have enough resources to guarantee immediate replacement of vandalised equipment.

He urged them to always be vigilant and keep watchful eyes on all the PHCN installations in their areas.

“We are using this opportunity to appeal to all Community Development Authorities (CDA), chairmen and residents to protect PHCN facilities in their areas.

“They should also alert security officials immediately they see any illegal activity around the facilities,” he said.

The manager said that PHCN was collaborating with security agencies to apprehend those loitering around PHCN facilities, both day and night.

“We regret inconveniences suffered by our valued customers as a result of the frequent load shedding occasioned by the vandalism,’’ Okonkwo said.

He also advised members of the public who erected structures under high tension lines to desist from such act.