The Transmission Firm of Nigeria (TCN) has restored bulk electrical energy provide to 6 Northeastern states—Bauchi, Gombe, Yobe, Damaturu, Adamawa, and Taraba—after a protracted blackout that started on June 10, 2025.
This was achieved following the completion of the connection of the brand new Bauchi 330/132 kV Transmission Substation to the nationwide grid by way of the 330 kV and 132 kV Jos-Bauchi-Gombe Transmission Line.
The strains had been briefly switched off to energise the brand new substation, one of many largest within the area.
The transmission strains have now been reconnected again to the grid. Consequently, provide to the northeast was restored on June 19, at about 16:45 hours, restoring energy provide to the world, normal supervisor, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, stated on Sunday.
This improve has enhanced energy reliability, diversified transmission routes, and improved emergency response within the Northeast.
Mbah stated that with the undertaking accomplished, bulk energy transmission has been restored to Jos and Yola Electrical energy Distribution Corporations, which provide electrical energy to clients within the six states.
This connection of the brand new substation to the nationwide grid has enhanced energy reliability, diversified transmission routes, and improved emergency response capabilities within the North Japanese area.
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