TCN declares force majeure on Birnin Kebbi–Niamey power line
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has declared force majeure on the Birnin Kebbi–Niamey power line after three towers collapsed due to heavy rainfa Read More: https://punchng.com/tcn-declares-force-majeure-on-birnin-kebbi-niamey-power-line/
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has declared force majeure on the 132kV Birnin Kebbi-Niamey transmission line following a tragic incident that saw three transmission towers collapse in Kebbi State. The incident occurred on August 26, 2026, when heavy rainfall and a subsequent wind storm led to the collapse of towers T109, T110 and T111 at Chibike Village.
The transmission line experienced a tripping event at 5:38 p.m. that day, and despite a subsequent trial reclosure attempt at 6:03 p.m., the line continued to trip immediately afterward. Upon discovering the collapsed towers, TCN dispatched linesmen to conduct a fault-finding patrol. The company has since mobilized personnel and resources to the site to expedite the rehabilitation of the damaged towers and restore the transmission line to operational status as swiftly as possible.
TCN has expressed deep regret over the disruption to power supply to Niamey, Niger Republic, and assured customers of their commitment to restoring normal service as quickly as feasible.
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