The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) said armed men attacked the construction site of its ongoing 330/132/33kV transmission substation in Obajana, Kogi State.
The attack occurred on the night of November 12 at approximately 11:55 PM.
The attack resulted in the damage of the radiator of the 330/132/33kV power transformer that was already positioned.
These were contained in a statement the TCN Public Affairs General Manager, Ndidi Mbah.
“The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) announces that armed men invaded the construction site of its ongoing 330/132/33kV transmission substation in Obajana, Kogi State. The attack occurred on the night of November 12, 2024, at approximately 11:55 PM.
“According to reports from security personnel at the site, the assailants opened fire indiscriminately, causing the guards to flee.
“During the attack, a 150MVA 330/132/33kV power transformer, already positioned on its plinth, was struck, resulting in a burst radiator.
“In response to the incident, TCN is evaluating the level of damage in collaboration with the contractor managing the project.
“This incident is part of a broader pattern of vandalism targeting transmission infrastructure across the country. The new Obajana Transmission Substation, which is designed to be a 1X150MVA 330/132/33kV capacity substation will significantly enhance power supply to Kogi State and surrounding areas upon completion,” Mbah said.
She said TCN was evaluating the level of damage in collaboration with the contractor managing the project.