…says we’re in touch with IBEDC for prompt action
The Ogun State government, according to a statement by the Special Adviser on Media, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, has expressed sympathy for the victims of the recent rainstorm in Ado Odo/Ota Local Government Area.
Akinmade stated that the government is in touch with the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) to ensure prompt repair of damaged poles.
He added that a government team visited the affected areas on Monday to assess the damage firsthand and plan the necessary steps to support the community and engage with IBEDC.
Akinmade also highlighted that fortunately, the cables were not energized before the storm, which helped prevent further harm.
“Our team went on physical site inspection of the affected area on Monday to ascertain the extent of the damage and to know how to engage with the IBEDC team.
“We are currently working with the IBEDC team led by the Regional Manager and the Technical Head for the Ogun Region. Some of the less affected feeders have been restored and energized while the clean-up of the most affected areas has already started.
“Most of the poles on the roads have been removed while the remaining will be taken out today (Wednesday). We are working with IBEDC to ensure there will be full restoration of power in Sango Ota before the week runs out.
“The government is not relenting on its effort to make sure that we restore power to Sango Ota and its environs and we can assure the citizens that we are on top on the matter.
“We, therefore, commiserate with those whose properties were destroyed by the fallen poles, as the government urged those living in the area to remain calm.
Residents of lyana lyesi, Osuke Town, Egan Road, lyana Ilogbo, Ijaba, Ijagba, Itele, Lafenwa, Singer, Joju, Alishiba, Oju Ore, Tollgate, Eledi, Akeja, Abebi, Osi Round About, Ota Town, Ota Industrial Estate, Igberen, lju, Atan, Onipanu, Obasanjo, Lusada, Arigba, Odugbe, Ado-Odo, Igbesa, Owode. Olokuta, Hanushi, Bamtish Camp Lufiwape, Eltees Farm, August Engineering, Spark Cear Soap Ayetoro, Amazing Grace Oil, Christopher University, Royal Garden Estate were affected by the disaster.
