The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported that its 330kV Shiroro–Katampe transmission line was vandalised on Wednesday,18th December 2024.
The company said at approximately 11:43 pm, the 330kV Shiroro–Katampe circuit lost supply on the grid.
TCN said a trial reclosure was attempted, but the line immediately tripped again.
The company, in a statement, said its lines patrol team was dispatched from the Abuja Regional office of TCN to investigate the cause of the fault.
The team discovered that vandals had stolen part of the conductor between towers T216 and T218.
The TCN lines maintenance crew has since mobilised to the site and is working assiduously to replace the vandalised 330kV power conductor.
“We appeal to the general public to assist in identifying and reporting suspicious activities around power transmission infrastructure.
“Your vigilance and cooperation are crucial in helping us to prevent acts of vandalis or apprehend the culprits,” the company said.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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