The Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) invasion will be investigated, according to the Nigerian Air Force (NAF).
Due to the power outage at Sam Ethnan Air Force Base in Ikeja, Lagos State, Air Force personnel stormed the company’s offices on Thursday.
As stated by IKEDC spokesperson Kingsley Okotie, the NAF members attacked staff members, damaged the company’s premises, and stole a number of corporate assets.
Adeniran Ademuwagun, the air officer commanding (AOC) logistics command, stated that the officers engaged in the crime will face punishment at a news briefing on Thursday.
“We will investigate what happened and impose appropriate sanctions. The Nigerian Air Force takes the safety of citizens very seriously, and Ikeja Electric should continue providing services without fear of disturbance,” he said.
Ademuwagun apologised to the management of Ikeja Electric and described the invasion as unfortunate.
He said the Air Force remains committed to upholding discipline among its personnel and ensuring that officers operate under strict professional conduct.
“The dialogue with Ikeja Electric has been fruitful, and we will continue to work on ensuring our men remain under positive control,” he said.
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“The Nigerian Air Force is a disciplined force, and any action that undermines our integrity will not be tolerated.”
Kola Adesina, the chairman of Ikeja Electric, also stated during the press briefing that at least ten employees were hurt and that business property was stolen or vandalised.
“About 200 staff were on-site when the incident occurred. Reports confirmed that 10 individuals were brutalised, and several office assets were destroyed or removed,” Adesina said.
“It was a terrible experience for our staff, and it disrupted our operations significantly. We are grateful that the leadership of the Air Force has responded swiftly, and we believe that justice will be served.”
