The Nigerian government has pledged to restore electricity to the northern region within 72 hours, following devastating attacks on power transmission lines. Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu announced the plan, utilizing the Ugwuaji-Makurdi transmission line as a temporary solution.
Terrorist Attacks Disrupt Power
On October 22, the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported an outage in the North-East, North-West, and parts of North-Central. Insurgents vandalized the Shiroro-Kaduna transmission line, prompting President Bola Tinubu to deploy military security for repair workers.
Restoration Efforts
- Temporary power supply through Ugwuaji-Makurdi transmission line
- Permanent repairs on Shiroro-Mando line expected within six weeks
- Enhanced security measures for personnel and sites
Government Crackdown on Vandalism
- Declared attacks on transmission towers as terrorism
- Proposed capital punishment for perpetrators
- Exploring alternative routes for power restoration
Timeline
- 72 hours: Expected power restoration
- Six weeks: Shiroro-Mando line repairs
- November 3, 2024: Ugwuaji-Apir line restoration
The Nigerian government is working to combat terrorism and ensure electricity supply to affected regions.
