TCN Fully Restores Bulk Power Transmission To Northern Zones As 330KV Ugwuaji-Apir Transmission Line 2 Energizes

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), has fully restored bulk power transmission to the North East and North Western zones of Nigeria.

This follows the successful energizing  of the   Ugwuaji – Apir  330kV transmission Line 2 on Thursday, 14th of November, 2024, at approximately 11.50am

OPTIMUM TIMES recalls that the 330kV Ugwuaji – Apir transmission lines had been out of service since October 21st, 2024, due to the vandalised 330kV double circuit transmission lines 1&2. Line 1 was repaired and restored earlier on October 30, 2024. This consequently led to shutting out bulk power transmission to the Northern zones.

But in a statement Thursday, the TCN General Manager, Public Affairs, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, said TCN  has “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.

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

“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.

“We appreciate the patience and understanding of electricity customers in the Northern axis, who were affected by the incident.”