The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that power in the Abuja Axis was restored within minutes following a disturbance in the national grid that occurred around 11:29 AM on Thursday.
The company indicated that efforts are ongoing to restore electricity in other affected regions across the country.
The grid disturbance was attributed to a sudden frequency spike, jumping from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz.
General Manager of Public Affairs, TCN Ndidi Mbah, in a statement explained that the spike resulted from an issue at one of its substations, necessitating a shutdown to prevent further complications.
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) wishes to inform the public that the national grid experienced a disturbance at approximately 11:29 AM this morning, caused by a sudden rise in frequency from 50.33Hz to 51.44Hz. Recovery efforts began immediately, and the Abuja Axis was restored within minutes. Recovery is still ongoing.
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The frequency spike was caused by issues encountered at one of TCN’s substations, which had to be shut down to prevent further complications.
In addition to this, TCN is actively engaged in significant repair work on several critical transmission lines and substations.
This includes the 330kV transmission line along the Shiroro–Mando axis, major upgrades at the Jebba Transmission Substation, and the restoration of the second Ugwuaji–Apir 330kV transmission lineTCN’s recovery initiatives encompass extensive repairs to critical infrastructure, particularly on the 330kV Shiroro–Mando line, significant upgrades at the Jebba Transmission Substation, and the restoration of the second Ugwuaji–Apir 330kV transmission line.
In light of recent investigations into prior grid failures, TCN says it has initiated strategic measures to enhance grid stability.
However, the company acknowledges that “some degree of instability in the system is likely to persist until all major works are completed.”
TCN however, called for public understanding and patience during this challenging period. Reiterating its commitment to reliable electricity, the company assured that “all necessary measures are being taken to ensure the grid’s long-term stability,” recognising the critical role of stable power in Nigeria’s socio-economic development.
Additionally, TCN says it will continue to address infrastructure damage, including vandalised transmission lines, as part of its broader efforts to safeguard the national power supply.
