By Emmanuel Iheaka
OWERRI — The Imo State Police Command has dismissed stories alleging the kidnapping or hostage-taking of operators on the Egbu Transmission Substation in Owerri.
Claims had circulated on Saturday suggesting that some staff on the facility had been kidnapped, however the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, clarified in a press release on Sunday that the incident was an “operational disagreement” between the Enugu Electrical energy Distribution Firm (EEDC) and the Orashi Electrical energy Distribution Firm.
In keeping with the police, ongoing investigations will reveal the total particulars.
“The Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, CP Aboki Danjuma, has directed the State Felony Investigation Division (SCID) to launch a full-scale investigation to establish the distant and quick circumstances surrounding the incident reported on the Egbu 132/33kV Transmission Substation on 15/11/2025.
“Preliminary findings present that there isn’t any indication that Nationwide Built-in Energy Transmission Firm (NISO) or Transmission Firm of Nigeria (TCN) personnel had been kidnapped, held hostage, or compelled to disconnect any facility.
“Present findings point out that the scenario stems from an operational disagreement involving the Enugu Electrical energy Distribution Firm (EEDC) and the Orashi Electrical energy Distribution Firm, which the Chairman of the Imo State Electrical energy Regulatory Fee (ISERC) was current to resolve. The investigation will set up all info objectively.”
The Command assured residents that it has taken full management of the scenario and carried out essential measures to take care of peace and shield the power.
“In synergy with the Imo State Authorities, the Command stays totally dedicated to making sure that TCN/NISO operators and all electrical energy personnel perform their duties safely, professionally, and with out intimidation. Measures have additionally been taken to stop any future incidence and to safeguard crucial infrastructure throughout the state,” the assertion added.
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