- Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, condemned the act of vandalism and emphasized its adverse effects on both public safety and electricity supply.
- Following their arrest, the individuals were taken to Ikoyi Police Station and will be transferred to Oshodi for prosecution in accordance with the law.
The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources has praised law enforcement officers for their quick response in apprehending three individuals caught vandalizing critical electricity infrastructure in Ikoyi.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the suspects were allegedly digging out and cutting power cables near Defence House on Glover Road, posing a significant risk to public safety and the area’s electricity supply.
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Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Mr. Biodun Ogunleye, condemned the act of vandalism and emphasized its adverse effects on both public safety and electricity supply.
“The destruction of power infrastructure is a serious offence that disrupts essential services, endangers lives, and slows down economic activities.
The government will not tolerate such criminal acts, and we will ensure that those responsible face the full weight of the law,” he stated.
He addressed the far-reaching consequences of vandalizing power infrastructure, stating that such acts result in widespread power disruptions, pose risks to human life, and adversely affect businesses and communities.
Emphasizing the Ministry’s dedication to protecting electricity assets and maintaining a continuous power supply for the public.
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He said, “We urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities around electricity infrastructure to the authorities. Protecting our power systems is a collective responsibility, and public cooperation is crucial in preventing such criminal acts”.
Following their arrest, the individuals were taken to Ikoyi Police Station and will be transferred to Oshodi for prosecution in accordance with the law.
