TCN Boss Pledges Results-Driven Second Term, Seeks Staff Cooperation
Oru Leonard
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Engr. (Dr.) Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, has pledged a results-driven second term aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s power transmission network and improving bulk electricity delivery nationwide.
Speaking during his first Town Hall Meeting with staff at the TCN Corporate Headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday, April 23, 2026, Abdulaziz said his reappointment by Bola Tinubu signals a renewed mandate to deepen reforms in line with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the power sector.
“This reappointment is not just a continuation; it is a call to greater responsibility,” he said, noting that the focus will be on practical, measurable, and sustainable reforms to ensure a more reliable and viable electricity transmission system for Nigerians.
Abdulaziz highlighted significant progress recorded in the past decade, revealing that grid wheeling capacity has grown from about 5,000 megawatts in 2015 to over 8,700 megawatts currently.
He attributed the improvement to sustained investments in transmission infrastructure, including the deployment of transformers and completion of key 330kV and 132kV projects nationwide.
Despite persistent public criticism, he maintained that TCN boasts one of the most technically skilled workforces in the power sector, pointing to ongoing achievements as evidence of staff competence and dedication.
The TCN boss also underscored the role of international partnerships in boosting grid capacity, citing interventions from the World Bank, African Development Bank, Japan International Cooperation Agency, and Agence Française de Développement.
According to him, over 82 transformers were installed within 23 months, including 15 high-capacity 300MVA units deployed across key substations such as Akangba, Lekki, Ikeja West, Osogbo, Jos, Gombe, Kano, Asaba, Benin, and Katampe in the latter half of 2025.
He added that multiple high-capacity transformers have also been commissioned in substations across Ajah, Egbin, Enugu, Onitsha, Abuja, and other locations, contributing to improved grid reliability and operational efficiency.
Abdulaziz noted further gains in grid stability through rehabilitation of ageing infrastructure, enhanced maintenance practices, and improved system coordination. “System disturbances have reduced, and operational efficiency has improved significantly,” he said.
While appreciating staff, management, and union leaders for their contributions, he stressed that future efforts will focus on translating infrastructure growth into consistent electricity supply for Nigerians.
“Our goal is to deliver stable, reliable, and consistent bulk electricity to distribution centres for onward supply to end users,” he added, while calling for continued collaboration among staff.
Earlier, the Executive Director, Human Resources and Corporate Services, Mrs. Abiodun Afolabi Fadahunsi, described the town hall as a platform for open engagement, reflecting management’s commitment to transparency and inclusiveness. She urged staff to remain aligned and proactive in meeting evolving industry demands.
Also speaking, Executive Director, Transmission Service Provider, Engr. Dr. Olugbenga Ajiboye, called for stronger staff commitment to ensure the success of the administration, while the Executive Director, Finance and Accounts, Mr. Chuks Ochije, assured that staff welfare remains a priority with prompt payment of benefits.
The meeting reaffirmed TCN’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s transmission infrastructure and delivering improved power supply outcomes across the country.
