TCN completes Jos–Gombe 330kV transmission line’s rehab

Omeiza Bilal

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Tuesday, announced the rehabilitation and re-stringing of the four vandalized towers along the Jos–Gombe 330kV transmission line supplying bulk power to substations in the Northeast have been completed. Recall that the vandalized towers were discovered on April 22, 2024, when TCN promptly mobilized contractors and TCN supervising engineers to the site of the incident to immediately commence rehabilitation.

According to a statement issued by the TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Mrs Ndidi Mbah, the re-stringing of conductors was completed on 3rd June 2024, and contractors have reconnected the jumper on tower 282, making it ready for the transmission of bulk electricity.

“Initially, TCN had promised to complete the repairs and restore supply by May 27, 2024. However, the collapse of the fourth tower during the re-stringing process delayed the completion. The four towers have since been completed, and the line is now ready for bulk power transmission.

“TCN appreciates the patience and support of the governors and people in the North Eastern part of the nation during the period of the tower reconstruction work”, she said.