BAT Ideological Group, led by Comrade Bamidele Atoyebi, has called for urgent resolution of the long‑standing power distribution challenges in Rigasa community, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

The appeal was made on Thursday during the group’s courtesy visit to the Managing Director of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC), Engr. Jennifer Adighije, at the company’s headquarters in Abuja.

The delegation, which also included the group’s patron, Alhaji Tejumade Onirin — an old ally of President Tinubu — and Kwara State Coordinator Comrade Seun Ogunniyi Adato, emphasised that the visit was part of the group’s ongoing efforts to address community development needs and promote peaceful reconciliation among stakeholders.

Comrade Atoyebi stated that the initiative reflects the group’s commitment to the ideals of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which focus on adding value to lives and supporting national development, and explained that bridging divides among party members, resolving conflicts, and backing government efforts are central to the BAT Ideological Group’s mission.

Engr. Adighije warmly welcomed the visitors and assured them that the NDPHC would treat the Rigasa power issue with the required urgency and commitment.

She commended the group for its proactive engagement and was formally presented with a letter of induction as an ally of the BAT Ideological Group during the meeting.

The delegation, which also comprised 40 women representatives from Kaduna State, expressed appreciation for the hospitality extended by the NDPHC management and for the company’s commitment to addressing the community’s needs.

Comrade Atoyebi described the meeting as fruitful and reaffirmed the group’s resolve to continue advancing initiatives that align with President Tinubu’s “Renewed Hope” vision.

A transmission tower owned by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) collapsed in Rigasa Community after a combination of severe weather and vandalism.

According to TCN, Tower No. 7 along the Kaduna Town Line I and II gave way during heavy rainfall and strong winds.

On-site inspections revealed that vandals had removed several critical components, weakening the structure and contributing to its collapse.

The incident disrupted bulk power transmission to parts of Kaduna South, impacting several load centres served by Kaduna Electric.

The tower collapse caused a cut in the transmission of bulk power to some Kaduna Electric distribution load centres, particularly the ones through which they supply some parts of Kaduna South.

“While inspecting the site of the incident, TN’s linemen discovered that vandals had carted away some of the tower members, making it susceptible to collapse.