The Transmission Company of Nigeria has said that over 18 transmission towers were vandalized between January 9 and 14, 2025. The company disclosed this in a statement on Sunday by its spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah. According to TCN, the incident happened in Rivers, Abia, and Kano States.
TCN said that the incessant attacks posed a serious threat to electricity supply nationwide. 'Engr. Emmanuel Okpa, General Manager of Transmission for the Port Harcourt Region, reported that routine patrols by linesmen on January 10, 2025, uncovered damage to towers 171 through 181 and tower 184. On January 14, vandals targeted towers 146, 147, and 149 along the Owerri/Ahoada 132kV line in Rivers State, removing base brackets and compromising the stability of the towers.
'These incidents pose a significant challenge to our operations as a company. We have bolstered security measures, increased patrols, and added more vigilante groups, and we are also collaborating with security operatives. 'However, we need and are appealing for the full support of every Nigerian, particularly those in communities hosting our installations.
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