TCN Holds Maiden Female Staff Meeting, Fire Drill Exercise With Nigerian Fire Service

Female staff of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) have been charged to demonstrate professionalism in their official roles to enhance their presence and influence at work through confidence, discipline, and self-improvement.

The Executive Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services, Mrs. Abiodun Afolabi Fadahunsi, gave the charge at the first TCN all female staff meeting on Tuesday, 28th April 2026, at TCN Headquarters, Abuja.

The event also coincided with the Company’s conduct of fire drill exercise with the Nigerian Fire Service (NFS) towards  ensuring a safe working environment and enhancing staff skills for effective emergency response.

Mrs Afolabi Fadahunsi described professional presence as a reflection of competence, credibility, and character demonstrated daily at work.

She noted that female employees must uphold the same standards of excellence and reliability that TCN expects in its operations. “As women, we must be comfortable expressing our knowledge and making decisions within our scope. Whether in the control room, on site, or in management meetings, let us speak with clarity and confidence,” she said.

“Enhancing our professional presence is not about competing with each other but about strengthening our collective impact as women in TCN. When we present ourselves with confidence, discipline, and excellence, we not only progress in our careers but also make a meaningful contribution to the growth and reputation of this company,” she added.

She encouraged women in the company to develop professional confidence and composure across all roles, technical or administrative; to maintain appropriate dress and personal presentation; to practise effective communication; and to respect organisational structure while remaining dependable and responsible.

She also highlighted visibility and contribution, professional conduct and integrity, and continuous development and adaptability.

Other speakers at the meeting included the General Manager, Legal/Company Secretary, Mrs. Fatima Muhtar. In her presentation, “Dressing Right: The Power of Corporate Appearance” she stressed that professional dressing shapes first impressions.

“Your appearance determines if people will listen to you. It creates opportunities. There must be structure in what you wear. A polished appearance communicates confidence even before you speak. Keep it simple, clean, and professional,” she said.

The General Manager, Medical, Dr. Agatha Edet-Ademiluyi, spoke on “Staying Healthy at Work: Managing Stress and Maintaining Good Hygiene.” She noted that “healthy habits improve work productivity” and urged staff to prioritise balanced nutrition, regular exercise, routine medical check-ups, breaks at work, and effective time management to prevent burnout. “You deserve to show up for yourself. You power the nation; now it’s time to power yourself,” she concluded.

The maiden meeting also featured presentations by Mrs Mbah, the GM Public Affairs who spoke on Respect and Building Better Work Relationships, with emphasis on the need for all to understand boundaries while supporting each other. She noted that “respect is a daily choice and not a one time act”

The GM Monitoring and Evaluation Mrs Jane Okemini spoke on Promoting Transparency and Accountability the GM Corporate Security, Mrs Jemila Tani spoke on “Everyone’s Role in Workplace Security”

In attendance were the General Manager, Legal and Company Secretary, Mrs. Fatima Muhtar; General Manager, Information and Communication Technology, Mrs. Oludade Morie Omolola; General Manager, Public Affairs, Mrs. Ndidi Mbah; General Manager, Medical, Dr. Agatha Edet-Ademiluyi; General Manager, Audit, Mrs. Lubabatu Balaraba Yusuf; General Manager, Monitoring and Evaluation, Engr. Mrs. Okemini Jane Nneka; General Manager, Corporate Security Services, Mrs. Musa Jamila Tani; and all female staff from various departments in the Corporate headquarters of TCN.

The event forms part of TCN’s ongoing efforts to promote gender inclusion and professional excellence across its workforce.

In a related development, the Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) Department of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in collaboration with the Nigerian Fire Service, conducted a fire drill at the Corporate Headquarters in Abuja to assess staff responses to emergency evacuation procedures during fire incidents.

The exercise, which took place on Tuesday, 28th April 2026, began with the activation of the fire alarm system, prompting TCN staff, Federal Ministry of Power personnel, and visitors to evacuate the building to the designated muster point as part of a simulation aimed at testing emergency preparedness.

Addressing staff after the exercise, the General Manager, HSE, Engr. Ahmed Rufai Ibrahim, described the drill as successful and commended the prompt response of staff, visitors, management, and fire service personnel.

He noted that the exercise marked a significant step in strengthening emergency preparedness at the Headquarters.

Also speaking during the exercise, the Principal Manager (Fire Safety) in TCN, Mr Monday Johnson, commended staff on the orderly evacuation and called for regular drills to sustain awareness and readiness.

A representative of the Nigerian Fire Service, Kolade John, stated that the drill was a simulation and emphasised the importance of familiarity with evacuation procedures in public buildings.

He noted that fire incidents can occur at any time and underscored the need for constant preparedness.

The exercise underscores TCN’s commitment to ensuring a safe working environment and enhancing staff skills for effective emergency response.