Vandalized Gombe–Damaturu 330kV transmission line throws Damaturu, Maiduguri into partial darkness
Omeiza Bilal
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says its Tower T347 along the Gombe–Damaturu 330kV transmission line vandalized on Friday, October 24, 2025, has thrown parts of Maiduguri and Damaturu into partial darkness.
GM, Public Affairs of TCN Ndidi Mbah, the company’s team that carried out routine inspection along the line route discovered that the tower’s legs had been cut off, causing it to buckle to one side.
“This act has resulted in the partial disruption of the bulk power supply to Maiduguri, Borno State capital and Damaturu, Yobe state capital and its environs.
“TCN however, noted that despite these challenges, the bulk supply is being maintained through the Maiduguri Emergency Power Plant (MEPP), which currently feeds the Yola Electricity Distribution Company (YEDC) for onward distribution to consumers through major 33kV feeders, including Beneshiek, Damasak, Bama, University, Campus, Maiduguri Town, Monguno, and others. Additionally, Damaturu and its environs will be supplied from the Potiskum Substation for the time being,” the statement read.
Mbah added that TCN engineers are already on site, working to replace the damaged tower and restore normal transmission.
“TCN strongly condemns this act of vandalism and appeals to the public to protect national assets and report any suspicious activities to security agencies or the nearest TCN office,” it added.
