Frustration over persistent electricity outages sparked protests in Lagos on Thursday as residents took to the streets to demand improved power supply.
A viral video circulating on social media showed a group of demonstrators, mostly young Nigerians, marching through the Fadeyi area while expressing anger over the continued “epileptic” electricity supply in the state.
The protesters carried placards with messages demanding an end to irregular power supply and estimated billing. Some of the signs read “No more estimated billing,” “No more epileptic power supply,” “No light, no life, no nation,” and “You’re destroying many businesses; give us regular light.”
In the video, demonstrators were seen chanting and calling on authorities to address what they described as the worsening electricity crisis affecting homes and businesses.
One of the protesters was heard saying the demand for stable electricity was not excessive, urging authorities to ensure regular power supply.
The protest in Lagos reflects growing dissatisfaction with electricity supply across several parts of the country.
In Osun State, a youth group recently raised concerns about the continued lack of stable electricity, describing the situation as damaging to the local economy.
Similarly, business owners in parts of Delta State also staged a peaceful protest earlier in the week, complaining about high electricity bills and irregular power supply.
The demonstrations come amid warnings from stakeholders in the power sector that electricity challenges in Nigeria could worsen due to financial and operational constraints affecting power generation.
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