PHEDC confirms near-electrocution of staff while trying to disconnect power lines in Calabar
The Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHEDC), has confirmed that its staff was almost killed by an electric shock while working in Calabar.
The PHEDC staff was carrying out electrical works at Army Junction, on the Muritala Mohammed highway in Calabar, when he was shocked.
A video from the scene trending online shows spectators gathered at the foot of the electric pole to watch the shocked officer who was motionless at the top of the pole.
Officials are then seen positioning two ladders which two electrical staff climbed to get to the injured official and carry him down.
Mr Collins Igwe, Regional Manager, PHEDC, said the staff was taken to the Navy hospital for treatment.
He was revived at the hospital and has now been discharged.
A friend of the victim gave an update on Facebook. He said he had spoken to his friend and he sounded “strong” following his discharge from the hospital.
