Panic As High Tension Cables Fall In Idimu, Lagos On Christmas Eve

There was panic in Igando and Idimu, Lagos State, after high-tension cables dropped across major roads and vehicles in the axis.

It was discovered that the cables fell after the pylon transmitting electricity from Egbin Hydro Power Station collapsed Friday morning.

The cables also fell on shanties located under the pylons in the densely populated area.

So far, no casualty has been recorded.

The National Emergency Management Authority (NEMA) has however urged residents to be safety conscious.

South-West Co-ordinator of NEMA, Mr Ibrahim Farinloye, stated that officials of the agency were present at the scene of the incident to prevent loss of lives and destruction of more properties.

According to Farinloye, “Residents of Igando, Idimu Axis are strongly advised to observe serious safety precautions due to the collapse of high tension poles that emanated from Egbin Hydro power station.

“The line is from Ikorodu across Ikeja and other areas. The Fire Service has been mobilised to provide cover in case of fire outbreak.”