MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL) wishes to inform its customers in parts of New Haven, Enugu, that the power outage currently being experienced in parts of New Haven within the Enugu metropolis in Enugu State, Southeast Nigeria, is due to a vehicular accident that occurred at Chime Avenue, near Akalaka House, around midnight on Sunday, October 11, 2026.
This was disclosed by the Head, Communications, MainPower Electricity Distribution Limited (MEDL), Mr. Emeka Ezeh, in a press release issued on Tuesday. Ezeh said that the incident resulted in the collapse of four (4) high-tension poles, thereby affecting the Chime Avenue 11kV Feeder.
He said: “As a result, there was loss of power supply to customers/areas served by the following transformers: Mbanefo 1 & 2, Nwokocha, Lumumber 1 & 2, Nzimiro, Bassey Duke, Udenweze, St. Rest, Akalaka House, First Bank, Neo Court Hotel, MTN Neo Court, MTN Nnaji Park, Discovery Plaza, Gabby Estate, Discovery Suite, Food Concept, Ntachi Osa, Livinston Hospital, Tastia Restaurant, and New Haven Extension.
“Our technical team is working hard to clear the fault and restore electricity supply to the affected areas by end of today.” The company, however, regretted the sad incident. We sincerely regret the inconvenience this disruption has caused our esteemed customers and appeal for their patience and understanding,” Ezeh said, adding that the MEDL was committed to supplying reliable services to its customers.
“MEDL remains committed to providing safe and reliable service to its customers,” Ezeh said.
