The
Northeast region of Nigeria continues to experience persistent power outages as
the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) faces repeated incidents of vandalism
and tower collapses. Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s general manager of public affairs,
reported these disruptions in a statement on Monday.
The
latest incident occurred while TCN was working to repair four previously
vandalized towers in the region. This comes despite TCN’s commitment to
restoring electricity by the 27th of May. The governors of Northeast Nigeria
have voiced their concerns over the ongoing power outages, but the situation
remains dire due to new acts of vandalism.
"One
of the new towers, T290, erected by TCN contractors along the Jos-Gombe 330kV
transmission line, collapsed during the cable stringing process," Mbah
stated. Additionally, the Makurdi-Jos 330kV double-circuit transmission line
has also been vandalized, further compounding the problem.
TCN
revealed that three towers along the Biu-Danbua 132kV transmission line were
vandalized, with sixteen spans of conductors stolen. The affected towers
include T1690, T1691, and T1692, all of which have collapsed. Contractors have
been mobilized to commence reconstruction.
Moreover,
TCN's patrol team discovered that tower T540 along the Makurdi-Jos 330kV
double-circuit transmission line was vandalized, with sections removed but the
tower still standing. Emergency repairs have been contracted to prevent its
collapse.
TCN
reiterated its commitment to restoring normal power supply through the
distribution companies serving the Northeast and other affected areas. However,
Mbah emphasized the need for collective efforts to protect these critical
assets by being vigilant and reporting any suspected acts of vandalism
promptly.
The
Northeast region, including Gombe, Yobe, and Taraba states, has been struggling
with power outages for over a month due to ongoing vandalism incidents.
"We
urge everyone to join hands with TCN in safeguarding our collective assets to
ensure a stable power supply," Mbah concluded.
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