TCN to Re-Erect Three Towers Along Kainji-Birnin Kebbi Line

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has revealed ongoing efforts to restore three collapsed towers along the 330kV Kainji-Birnin Kebbi transmission line, which were damaged by strong winds in May.

To expedite repairs and reduce downtime, TCN has deployed three contractors, each tasked with reconstructing one of the affected towers.

“In the meantime, efforts have been made to cushion the impact of the disruption in bulk power supply to Kaduna Distribution Company (Disco), which affects some of its customers.

“ Sokoto and Birnin Kebbi are currently receiving between 6 MW and 7 MW of bulk electricity from the Mando Transmission substation via the 132kV Mando-Zaria-Funtua-Gusau-Talata Mafara-Sokoto-Birnin Kebbi line,” a statement from the organisation said.

TCN appreciated the patience and understanding of the affected communities as contractors work assiduously with the supervising engineers to rebuild the towers and restring the 330kV transmission line.

“We regret the inconvenience caused by the tower collapse and are committed to restoring full supply as quickly as possible,” it said.