TCN appeals to consumers as labour dispute paralyses power grid in Rivers

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is currently experiencing a labour dispute that has led to a disruption in power supply in parts of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The dispute involves the management of Afam IV Gas Power Station and the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE). On Monday, September 28, 2026, members of the NUEE chapter opened the Afam–Alaoji 330-kilovolt Transmission Line 2 at the Alaoji 330kV Transmission Substation, which affected the transmission of electricity to parts of Port Harcourt and neighbouring communities.

As a result, the 150-megavolt-ampere 330/132kV inter-bus transformer at Afam IV tripped, disrupting bulk electricity transmission. TCN has stated that it is engaging relevant stakeholders, including the Nigerian Independent System Operator, to restore the affected facilities once conditions permit safe restoration. The company has apologised to consumers for the inconvenience caused and assured that it will continue to provide updates on the situation.

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