Armed Policemen forced Transpower Electricity Distribution Limited To Shutdown Power In Imo State

The Transpower Electricity Distribution Limited has said that it has forcefully shut down its power supply to Imo State by the Police.

In a statement signed by the Management of Transpower Electricity Distribution Limited, it was carried out following the invasion of armed men of the Nigeria Police Force who ordered the company to shutdown its power.

Parts of the statement read:
“The management of Transpower Electricity Distribution Limited wishes to inform her esteemed customers in Imo State of a total shutdown of power supply which occurred earlier today, Saturday, 15th November 2025, at about 10.20am.

“This development was carried out by armed men of the Nigerian Police Force who invaded the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) station at Egbu and assaulted the Operator on duty along with other staff present, forcing them to shut down power supply – a situation that threw the entire Imo State into darkness.

“Transpower appeals to its esteemed customers to be patient as it is on standby awaiting restoration of supply.

“The company assures customers of its commitment to continue delivering improved services.