TCN arrests over 30 suspected vandals in Kano-Kaduna

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has arrested more than 30 individuals accused of vandalising electricity infrastructure, primarily along the Kumbotso–Zaria transmission line corridor, according to a statement from TCN.

Kano Regional General Manager M.K. Bello made this announcement during a community campaign in Paki community, Ikara Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Bello credited the arrests to the collaboration between TCN, traditional rulers, residents, and security agencies. He emphasized the importance of protecting transmission infrastructure, stating that about 10 towers were vandalised within four to five months this year, with five cases currently pending in the courts.

Bello warned that damage to transmission facilities could disrupt electricity supply and result in significant financial losses for TCN. He urged residents to refrain from activities that could endanger transmission towers and to report any suspected vandalism or encroachment to the appropriate authorities.