FirstPower confirms arrest of two suspected transformer vandals in Anambra
By Chibuzo Obidike |Ichie Times
FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited has confirmed the arrest of two suspected transformer vandals following the reported vandalisation of its DSS Annex B transformer at Enugwu Agidi, Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The suspects, identified as Chukwuebuka Charles Nwangwu and Chimezie Nwankwo, both from Awkuzu community, were arrested on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, by operatives of Operation Udo Ga Achi attached to the Enugwu Agidi unit.
According to a security report received by the company, the suspects were apprehended in connection with the alleged vandalism, with exhibits reportedly recovered during the operation. The report also stated that the suspects confessed to the alleged offence.
FirstPower said the suspects and recovered exhibits had been transferred to Abagana Police Station for preliminary investigation, while arrangements were being made to transfer the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Awka, for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The arrests come amid efforts by the electricity distribution company to tackle the vandalism of power infrastructure across Anambra State, which can disrupt electricity supply, inconvenience residents and increase the cost of repairing or replacing damaged equipment.
The company urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities around transformers, electricity poles, cables and other power installations to the appropriate authorities.
It also called on the public to support its Name and Shame initiative by providing credible information that could help prevent electricity infrastructure vandalism and theft.
FirstPower reiterated its commitment to working with security agencies and host communities to protect electricity assets and improve service delivery.
The statement was signed by Izunna Okafor, Head of Communications, FirstPower Electricity Distribution Company Limited.
