TCN announces five-hour power outage in Niger

TCN, the Transmission Company of Nigeria, has announced a five-hour power outage in Bida and surrounding communities in Niger State. The outage is scheduled to occur between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, to enable the company to carry out annual preventive maintenance at its Bida 132/33kV Transmission Substation.

The maintenance work will focus on a 60MVA 132/33kV transformer and associated switchgear at the substation. Affected areas include communities like Bida Town, Army Barracks, and several others. TCN has assured customers that power supply will be restored upon completion of the maintenance exercise, apologizing for any inconvenience caused.

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