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Epe LG Chairperson, Surah Animashaun Frowns at Vandalism of Electricity Cables
- Animashaun Urges Community Vigilance
- Animashaun highlights negative impact of power outage on local communities
- Epe LG Boss appeals to security agencies to prioritize security
The recent vandalism of newly installed electricity cables in Epe Local Government Area of Lagos State has hindered the restoration of the region to the national grid, according to a statement by the LG chairperson, Surah Animashaun.
Eko Hot Blog reliably gathered that the incident has resulted in power outages across several communities, including Ererufu village, Temu, Araga, and Sala.
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Animashaun emphasized the negative impact of this act on the local communities, as it undermines the efforts to provide stable electricity supply to the region
The statement reads, “The Eko Electricity Distribution Company and the entire Epe indigenes express grave concern over the recent vandalisation of electric cables in Ererufu village and other areas, as part of the ongoing electrification restoration aimed at enhancing the lives of residents in the Epe Local Government Area.
“This wanton act of destruction not only undermines the progress of the restoration of electricity but also poses a significant setback to the socio-economic development of the entire Epe division.
“The cables, recently installed by the EKEDC, were meant to bring much-needed electricity to Epe Local Government and its environs, thereby improving the living standards and economic prospects of the residents.
“However, the senseless act of vandalism threatens to deprive the town of this vital infrastructure, which was implemented at a significant cost to the Epe LG, EKEDC, stakeholders and the good people of Epe Division,” Animashaun said.
Animashaun emphasized the importance of safeguarding national infrastructure like electricity cables and called on residents to actively participate in protecting such facilities.
Furthermore, she appealed to security agencies to prioritize the security of critical national assets to prevent vandalism.
Animashaun highlighted that communities themselves would ultimately suffer the consequences of vandalism if they failed to take action and cooperate with authorities.
She continued, “We urge these agencies to collaborate closely with local communities and other stakeholders to identify and apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous crime.
“It is imperative for the Epe residents and other communities to understand the grave implications of such a dastardly act.
While neighbouring town and its surroundings would continue to revel in consistent and uninterrupted electricity, Epe town would remain entrenched in perpetual darkness.
“But, without adequate protection of infrastructure, the goal of bringing light to the Epe LG and its environs will remain elusive, hindering progress and development of the council area and its environs.”
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She, however, assured the community of her commitment to restore the electricity before the festive period.
“The Epe LG, EKEDC and others remain committed to restoring the electricity and calls upon all stakeholders, including community leaders and residents, to join hands in safeguarding the infrastructure that is crucial for the well-being and prosperity of the entire local government area of Lagos State,” she appealed.
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