TCN begins urgent repairs on Ikot Abasi-Eket power transmission line after vandalism

The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, said it has commenced urgent rehabilitation work on Towers J4 and N9 to N12 along the Ikot Abasi-Eket 132kV double-circuit transmission line following recent acts of vandalism.

TCN made this disclosure in a statement on Monday.

According to TCN, during a site inspection on Friday, September 25, 2026, the Regional Manager, Engr. Nasir Bello, represented by the Assistant General Manager, AGM, Transmission, Port Harcourt Region, Ubani Raymond, spoke of the need to ensure strict adherence to engineering specifications.

He further urged residents of Ikot Abasi to remain vigilant and actively protect critical power infrastructure within their communities from criminal elements.

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On his part, the Head of Lines, Port Harcourt Transmission Region, Engr. Azuh Lucky, noted that the challenging terrain and persistent rainfall had slowed the pace of work.

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