TCN ENERGIZES 330KV UGWUAJI - APIR TRANSMISSION LINE 2.

"TCN completed the repairs and stringing of damaged portions of the transmission line earlier today, enabling our engineers to energize the line. Presently, Apir and Jos Transmission Substations have picked loads." GM Public Affairs 

NEWS: The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has announced that it has successfully energized the vandalized Ugwuaji - Apir 330kV transmission Line 2.

This information was shared by the General Manager Public Affairs Division of TCN Ndidi Mbah via a statement on Thursday.

According to Mbah, energizing of the  Ugwuaji - Apir 330kV transmission Line 2 occured on 14th of November, 2024, at approximately 11.50am.

"TCN completed the repairs and stringing of damaged portions of the transmission line earlier today, enabling our engineers to energize the line. Presently, Apir and Jos Transmission Substations have picked loads." The statement read.

"Expectedly, Jos , Kaduna, Kano, and Yola Distribution Companies will now pick more loads for onward distribution to customers within their franchise areas.

"Recall that the 330kV Ugwuaji - Apir transmission lines had been out of service since October 21st, 2024, due to the vandalism of the 330kV double circuit transmission lines 1&2. Line 1 was repaired and restored earlier on October 30, 2024.

"The restoration of bulk power through line 2 means that both lines are now in circuit. Therefore, there will be substantial improvement of power supply to the North East and North West."

The General Manager Public Affairs Division TCN, Ndidi Mbah expressed the appreciation of the agency to the Nigerian populace, saying; "We appreciate the patience and understanding of electricity customers in the Northern axis, who were affected by the incident."