The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the successful restoration of power to the Ugwuaji-Apir 330-kilovolt (kV) transmission line two, enhancing electricity supply in the northern region.
The outage initially affected the northeast, northwest, and parts of north-central Nigeria after both the 330 kV Ugwaji-Apir double circuit transmission lines tripped on October 22 due to a fault. TCN linesmen identified the fault on both lines by October 24.
In an update on October 30, TCN reported it had restored power supply to seven northern states through transmission line one.
Providing the latest development on repairs, Ndidi Mbah, TCN’s spokesperson, confirmed in a statement on Thursday that bulk power was restored to transmission line two at about 11:50 a.m.
With the restoration, Jos, Kaduna, Kano, and Yola electricity distribution companies can now “pick” more load, leading to increased power supply for consumers in these areas.
“TCN completed the repairs and stringing of damaged portions of the transmission line earlier today, enabling our engineers to energize the line,” Mbah stated.
“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.
“Recall that the 330kV Ugwuaji–Apir transmission lines had been out of service since October 21, 2024, due to the vandalism of the 330kV double circuit transmission lines 1 & 2. Line 1 was repaired and restored earlier on October 30, 2024.
“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.”
Mbah also expressed appreciation for the patience and understanding of electricity customers in the northern region affected by the incident