The management of Osiomo Power Company has reaffirmed its commitment to lawful conduct, the protection of its assets, and the continued pursuit of economic and industrial development, while calling attention to what it described as an unlawful takeover of its infrastructure by China Civil Engineering and Construction Corporation (CCETC).
In a press release signed by the company’s Deputy General Manager, Engr. Francis Ekwe, and made available to journalists in Benin City, the power firm expressed its intention to remain transparent in its dealings and respectful in its engagements with stakeholders, even in the face of provocations.
“The management of Osiomo Power Company remains consistent of any and antithetical to any breach of court order by any party,” Engr. Ekwe stated.
The company pointed to an existing court order issued on September 11, 2025, which it said clearly restrains CCETC from accessing or using the 33KV electricity transmission line and gas infrastructure owned by Osiomo within the Ologbo community, located in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.
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this order, the statement alleged that on October 5, 2025, CCETC unlawfully gained access to the Osiomo gas plant, opened the gas valve, powered its generators, and began distributing electricity through the 33KV line and gas infrastructure belonging to Osiomo Power.The company described this action as a blatant violation of the court’s ruling and urged members of the public to be aware of the development. Nonetheless, it called for calm, assuring its customers that it remains committed to restoring uninterrupted power supply to those affected by the disruption.
According to the statement, “The management of Osiomo assures its customers on the 33KV line that all efforts and resources are being put in place to resume their 24/7 power supply within the shortest possible time.”
Osiomo further called on CCETC to vacate the site and halt all unauthorized activities, noting that the Chinese construction firm is already seeking an alternative location within the Ologbo community for its operations.
The company reiterated its stance on peaceful coexistence and legal resolution of disputes, assuring stakeholders that it will continue to explore all lawful means to protect its assets and ensure service delivery.
