TCN, ONSA, NSCDC Strengthen Ties Against Power Vandalism

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in collaboration with the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA) and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), is intensifying efforts to combat vandalism of power infrastructure across Nigeria. During a strategic meeting in Abuja, TCN's Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Engr.

Dr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, commended the growing partnership with security agencies to safeguard the nation's transmission network.

Recent incidents, including the vandalism of six transmission towers along the Apir-Makurdi transmission line and damage to the Lambata 132kV transmission line, have highlighted the financial challenges posed by such criminal activities. TCN is mobilizing contractors for emergency repairs despite financial constraints.

The agencies agreed on the need for a proactive security approach, including the deployment of technology-driven surveillance systems and a three-tier asset protection strategy. The NSCDC reaffirmed its commitment to support TCN in safeguarding critical transmission infrastructure and ensuring that offenders are investigated and prosecuted.