Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has detained Adebola Arowona following allegations that she attacked utility workers and damaged corporate property during a field inspection that revealed evidence of meter manipulation and unauthorized power consumption at her residence. Security footage captured the woman striking employees and throwing a stone through the windscreen of a company Hilux while officials attempted to disconnect service. Authorities continue searching for a male suspect believed to be her spouse who allegedly participated in the confrontation.
The distribution firm announced plans to pursue criminal charges through the Special Investigation and Prosecution Taskforce on Electricity Offences against multiple defendants accused of power theft throughout its service territory. Management stressed that violence against field personnel and equipment sabotage will face maximum legal consequences as the organization intensifies collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
The distribution firm announced plans to pursue criminal charges through the Special Investigation and Prosecution Taskforce on Electricity Offences against multiple defendants accused of power theft throughout its service territory. Management stressed that violence against field personnel and equipment sabotage will face maximum legal consequences as the organization intensifies collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
