The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced its plans to enhance surveillance of transmission lines and substations nationwide by deploying surveillance drones, cameras, and advanced equipment.

The initiative aims to address the rising challenges faced by the TCN, which includes: vandalism, theft of power cables, and sabotage of power station.

While touring the Mando and Kaduna Town transmission stations, Engr. Ganiyu O. Aliyu, the General Manager of Transmission in the Kaduna Region, said they have partnered with a tech firm to provide Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) for tracking power towers and installing surveillance equipment.

“We are collaborating with IT companies to use OPGW for tracking every power tower. A rotating camera with long-range visibility and infrared capabilities for night detection of theft will be deployed. We’re engaging communities to report vandalism and thefts while monitoring the stations,” he stated.

Additionally, Engr. Aliyu affirmed a significant improvement in TCN’s service delivery this year, attributing it to the implementation of new transmission projects aimed at enhancing electricity supply across the country.

The General Manager emphasized TCN’s execution of numerous capital reinforcement projects throughout the national transmission network.

He noted that these projects align with the Federal Government’s agenda to revitalize the power sector.

Despite external challenges like vandalism and encroachments near transmission installations, TCN celebrated notable achievements in 2023 and continues to embark on additional projects.
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