Storm Damage: TCN Declares Force Majeure on Ikeja West–Osogbo 330kV Line
Oru Leonard
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has declared a force majeure on the Ikeja West–Osogbo 330kV transmission line following a severe rainstorm that struck on Thursday, April 16, 2026.
In a statement issued by its General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the company disclosed that the transmission line tripped during the storm due to a fault detected დაახლოებით 14.9 kilometres from the Ikeja West (Ayobo) end.
Subsequent inspection by TCN maintenance crews revealed that Tower No. 515 collapsed during the downpour, with the structure failing at its midsection.
TCN said it has begun mobilizing materials and personnel to re-erect the fallen tower, while engineers are currently dismantling the damaged structure to pave the way for restoration work.
Despite the setback, the company assured that bulk power supply along the corridor remains ongoing through alternative transmission lines still in service.
The utility firm emphasized its commitment to restoring full flexibility and redundancy on the line as quickly as possible, noting that further updates will be provided as repair works progress.
