TCN Commences Rehabilitation Of Afam IPP–P/Harcourt, Afam IPP–Elelenwo 132kV Lines

"The upgraded lines would significantly enhance the reliability and stability of power supply across the region." TCN 

The rehabilitation of two very critical transmission lines of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), within its Port Harcourt Region, has been commenced.

This was part of the disclosure of the TCN via a statement, following a handover ceremony held on December 11, 2025, where contractors were formally mobilised to begin reconductoring works on the 38.6km Afam IPP–Port Harcourt and the 20.8km Afam IPP–Elelenwo 132kV double-circuit lines.

According to the General Manager (GM) Transmission Services, Engr. Ali Sharifa, "the 12-month project has become imperative due to the ageing state of the infrastructure, which has contributed to reduced wheeling capacity over time."

Highlighting the importance of the rehabilitation, General Manager Transmission Port Harcourt Region, Engr Akpa Emmanuel, explained that both lines are central to evacuating bulk electricity generated from the Afam Power Plants into the national grid.

He affirmed that the upgraded lines would significantly enhance the reliability and stability of power supply across the region.