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Lagos Floods Sink Oworoshoki Substation, Trigger Statewide Blackout

Lagos Floods Sink Oworoshoki Substation, Trigger Statewide Blackout

Heavy rainfall in Lagos has submerged the Oworoshoki 133/33KV transmission substation. Two transformers (60 MVA and 30 MVA) tripped off even after restoration efforts, cutting power to several districts. Lekki’s 330/132KV substation remains online as crews pump out water. However, all protection and control cables at Oworoshoki are underwater and evacuation efforts are hampered by ongoing rain. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) declares force majeure on both stations. Engineers are working to clear floodwaters and restore service. TCN apologises for the inconvenience to affected customers.

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hala

With Oworoshoki submerged and transformers down, how una planning cope with these regular blackout wahala across Lagos?

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jude

Has the power authority shared any realistic timeline for restoring supply across the affected areas?

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grace

Lekki's substation still works despite heavy rain – makes you wonder if only certain sites get proper flood defenses.

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kris

It's not just the power company dropping the ball; shouldn't urban planning share the blame for putting critical infrastructure in flood zones?

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M
mary

Better early warning and water pumps around substations could minimize downtime whenever heavy rains hit these low-lying areas.

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