Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
The management of Ossiomo power company has said it remains committed to the rule of law, protection of its assets, rapid industrial and economic development of its customers in Edo State.
It also expressed its peaceful coexistence with them and to work within the ambit of the laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
This was contained in a press statement signed by the Deputy General Manager of the company, Engr. Francis Ekwe and made available to journalists in Benin City.
The statement noted that the company would continue to pursue all lawful measures to safeguard its operations while maintaining open communication and mutual respect with all stakeholders.
Engr. Ekwe said in the statement that the management of Ossiomo Power Company remained consistent of any and antithetical to any breach of court order by any party.
The statement explained that there is a persisting court order delivered on the 11th of September, 2025 which expressly restrains CCETC from using the 33KV line and the gas infrastructure owned by the company.
However, there has been clear violation of the valid court order when, on the 5th of October, 2025, CCETC illegally entered Ossiomo gas plant, opened the valve, switched on their engines, and began to supply power on the 33KV line and the gas infrastructure owned by Ossiomo company in Ologbo community, lkpoba Okha Local Government Area of Edo State.
The statement further urged members of the public to take note of the illegal entrance by CCETC but appealed for calm as the Ossiomo would continue to provide its best services to the people.
The statement urged CCETC to vacate their site and cease all unauthorised operations as CCETC is seeking alternative location to set up within Ologbo community to be operating.
The management of Ossiomo assured its customers on 33kv line that all efforts and resources are being put in place to resume their 24/7 power supply within the shortest possible time.