Power Disruption Looms In Abuja As AEDC Relocates Transmission Lines

The Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has announced impending power disruptions in several parts of the Federal Capital Territory due to the relocation of the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers.

The operation, overseen by the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), is set to take place from January 6 to January 31, 2025.

In a statement shared on its official X handle, the AEDC disclosed that the affected areas would experience outages intermittently between January 6 and 21, 2025.

The power interruptions will impact a wide range of locations, including:

Lugbe and Environs: Airport Road, Kapwa, and NNPC areas;

Central Districts: Games Village, National Stadium, Eye Clinic, Indoor Complex, Christ Embassy Church, American International School, Spring Court, American Embassy Quarters, EFCC Headquarters, Coca-Cola, Railway, and Federal Medical Centre;

Other Areas: Parts of Apo, Gudu, Gbazango, Kubwa, Bwari, Jahi, Jabi, Karu, Nyanya, Mararaba, Keffi, and their environs.
Apology for Inconvenience

“We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work with the FCDA to ensure a seamless relocation process,” the statement read.

The relocation of the 33KV DC Airport Feeder and 132KV Kukwaba-Apo Transmission Line Towers is part of a broader infrastructure project along the Outer Southern Expressway.