National Grid Experiences Partial Disturbance, Restoration Efforts Underway – Says TCN
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the national grid experienced a partial disturbance at approximately 1:52 pm on November 5, 2024. According to Ndidi Mbah, General Manager of Public Affairs at TCN, the disturbance was triggered by…
TCN Restores Power Supply to Northeast via Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri Transmission Line
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has successfully restored bulk power supply through the Gombe-Damaturu-Maiduguri 330kV transmission line, reconnecting the Northeast region to the national grid. According to TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, power supply was fully restored…
TCN Investigates 330kV Transmission Line Tripping Causing Power Outage in Northern Nigeria
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has confirmed that a fault on its 330kV Ugwaji-Apir Double Circuit transmission lines caused a power outage affecting the North East, North West, and parts of North Central. The tripping occurred at approximately 4:53…
Vandalism, Grid Disturbance Challenge Nigeria’s Power Transmission
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has faced significant challenges in recent days, with incidents of vandalism and a temporary grid disturbance impacting power transmission across the country. On October 18, 2024, TCN reported that two towers along its 330kV…
Expections,Challenges as Tinubu Names Olatunji Bello CEO of FCCPC
In a move aimed at enhancing consumer protection and promoting fair competition, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Olatunji Bello as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to…
TCN Completes Reconstruction, Restringing Of 4 Vandalised Towers Along Jos–Gombe 330kV Transmission Line
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the rehabilitation and restringing of the four vandalized towers along the Jos–Gombe 330kV transmission line supplying bulk power to substations in the Northeast have been completed. The restringing of conductors was…
Nationwide Strike Grounds Nigerian Economy: Airports, Electricity, and Government Offices Shut Down
As a nationwide strike initiated by labor unions, including the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC) began in Nigeria on Monday, June 3, 2024, there has been significant repercussions across various sectors of the country’s already…
10 Compelling Reasons to Embrace Insurance for a Secure Future
Introduction:Insurance is often seen as an unnecessary expense, but the reality is that it provides a safety net for unexpected events that can have a significant impact on your finances and well-being. From protecting your assets to providing peace of…
TCN Clarifies BEDC Statement on Its Inability To Deliver Power To Its 33KV Customers
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN has clarified issues surrounding the inability of the Benin Electricity Distribution Company (BEDC) to supply 20 hours of power supply to its band A customers. The TCN reacted to a publication by BEDC on…
Nigeria’s Electricity Regulator Hikes Tariff For Band A Consumers
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has approved about 300% increase in electricity rates for Band A category customers, leading to removal electricity subsidy for 15 percent of consumers. Band A are those who enjoy electricity supply for 20 hours…
