The headquarters of Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company has on Thursday, been invaded by Personnel of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), following the disconnection of electricity supply to the force’s logistics base.
The officers, who were reportedly enraged by the disconnection, stormed the premises, demanding immediate reconnection despite outstanding bills and allegations of electricity theft.
Eyewitnesses say the situation escalated quickly as the personnel went on a rampage, breaking down doors and searching for Ikeja Electric’s CEO, Mrs. Folake Soetan.
When they found her, the officers allegedly assaulted Soetan and forced her into the trunk of a vehicle within the premises.
A similar attack occurred at Ikeja Electric’s business unit on Ago Palace Way, Okota, Isolo, Lagos, where military personnel were seen wielding firearms and assaulting staff members.
A viral video circulating online captured over seven staff members seen kneeling on the ground while others were being physically assaulted. Armed personnel patrolled the premises, further heightening concerns over the use of force against civilian workers.
This attack comes barely a day after Ikeja Electric disconnected power supply to the NAF logistics base in Ikeja over unpaid bills and electricity theft.
Chioma Kalu
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