The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commenced the construction of a new 330kV Turn-In Turn-Out (TITO) transmission line. At the Ihovbor Work Centre as part of efforts to improve electricity transmission across Nigeria.
According to a statement released by the power transmission agency, the project involves the stringing of the Ihovbor–Ajaokuta transmission line. Which will help strengthen the country’s national grid and ensure more efficient electricity distribution.
Boosting Power Evacuation
The new transmission line is expected to significantly increase TCN’s ability to evacuate more electricity from major power plants. Including the Azura Power Plant and facilities under the Niger Delta Power Holding Company managed National Integrated Power Project (NIPP).
By improving the flow of electricity from these generation plants to transmission substations nationwide. The project will help reduce power bottlenecks that often limit the amount of electricity supplied to the grid.
Strengthening the National Grid
TCN explained that the project will also expand transmission channels and add more capacity to the power network. Helping to improve the stability and reliability of bulk electricity supply across the country.
When completed, the two transmission lines will significantly enhance the capacity of the Ihovbor transmission substation. Enabling it to handle higher electricity loads and distribute power more efficiently to different parts of the country.
Improving Nigeria’s Power Infrastructure
Energy experts say the project is a critical step toward addressing Nigeria’s long-standing electricity transmission challenges. By strengthening infrastructure and increasing grid capacity, TCN aims to support the government’s broader goal of delivering more stable and reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and industries.
