A violent confrontation erupted between Ikeja Electric Distribution Company and the Nigerian Air Force on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at the electric company’s headquarters in Ikeja, Lagos. The clash was sparked by the Air Force’s alleged refusal to pay its outstanding debt of over four billion naira to Ikeja Electric.

According to Kola Adesina, Chairman of Ikeja Electric, the violence was “unfortunate and needless.” Adesina stated that despite the Air Force’s significant debt, the organization had shown no commitment to settling its bills. “There is a better understanding and communication between the Ikeja Electric and the Air force after the violence,” Adesina said.

On the other hand, Air Vice Marshal Kola Ademuwagun, the Air Force’s AOC in Lagos, claimed that the agency had been experiencing power outages for several weeks, which led to the incident. Ademuwagun described the clash as “unfortunate” and promised to investigate and sanction the personnel involved in the rampage.

The confrontation resulted in damaged equipment and injuries to Ikeja Electric staff members. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Nigeria’s power sector, including debt accumulation, power outages, and violence.