The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has successfully restored power to the Ugwuaji-Apir 330 kV transmission line two, enhancing electricity supply to multiple states in northern Nigeria.
The restoration was completed on Thursday at approximately 11:50 a.m., according to a statement by Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s spokesperson.
The power outage, initially reported on October 22, affected parts of the northeast, northwest, and north-central regions after the 330 kV Ugwuaji-Apir double circuit transmission lines one and two tripped due to a fault. TCN identified the fault on October 24 and gradually began restoration efforts, successfully resuming power supply to seven northern states through transmission line one on October 30.
Mbah confirmed that repairs on the second line, including stringing damaged sections, were completed, allowing TCN engineers to re-energize the line. As a result, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola electricity distribution companies can now receive additional loads, leading to an increased power supply for consumers.
“Presently, Apir and Jos transmission substations have picked loads,” Mbah stated. “Expectedly, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola Distribution Companies will now pick more loads for onward distribution to customers within their franchise areas.”
The Ugwuaji-Apir lines had been out of service since October 21 due to vandalism. With both lines now operational, TCN anticipates a substantial improvement in power supply across the North East and North West.
Mbah expressed gratitude for the patience of customers in the affected regions, acknowledging the challenges they faced during the outage.
