The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced the arrest of four persons who attempted to vandalise towers T297, T298, and T299 along the Mando–Jos 330kV Double Circuit transmission line.
According to TCN, the suspects were apprehended by security operatives in collaboration with community vigilantes, who successfully foiled the vandalism attempt on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
TCN stated that the vandals had already removed some tower members, compromising the structural integrity of the towers. However, the line remained intact and did not collapse.
To safeguard the integrity of the transmission infrastructure, TCN engineers have commenced emergency reinforcement works on the affected towers.
These efforts, the company explained, aim to restore full stability and ensure the continued delivery of bulk power along the Mando–Jos transmission corridor.
The power transmission company commended the swift action of security operatives and members of the host community, which led to the arrest of the vandals and their suspected buyers.
The suspects are currently in police custody in Saminaka, Kaduna State, where investigations are ongoing.
TCN urged communities across the country to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activities around transmission facilities to security agencies or the nearest TCN office.
The company reaffirmed its commitment to working with security operatives to protect Nigeria’s transmission infrastructure and to ensure efficient and reliable power delivery nationwide.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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