The Managing Director of the Transmission Company of Nigeria, Sule Abdulaziz, has reaffirmed his commitment to enhancing bulk electricity delivery across the country, promising a system that is more reliable, efficient, and beneficial to Nigerians.
Mr Abdulaziz made this known in a statement issued by Ndidi Mbah, following his address at his first town hall meeting with staff after being reappointed for a second five-year tenure by Bola Tinubu. He described the reappointment as a call to greater responsibility, aligning it with the administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the power sector.
”That agenda is clear, to implement practical, measurable, and sustainable reforms that will significantly improve power delivery and ensure that the electricity sector becomes viable, reliable, and beneficial to all Nigerians,” he said.
Highlighting progress made over the years, Abdulaziz noted that Nigeria’s transmission network has recorded significant improvements, with grid wheeling capacity rising from about 5,000 megawatts in 2015 to over 8,700 megawatts. He attributed the growth to sustained investments in infrastructure, including the installation of transformers and completion of multiple 330kV and 132kV projects nationwide.
Despite ongoing public criticism, the TCN chief maintained that the organisation boasts one of the most technically competent workforces in the sector, pointing to its achievements as evidence. He added that partnerships with international donors such as the World Bank and African Development Bank, alongside collaborations with the Japan International Cooperation Agency and the Agence Française de Développement, have strengthened grid capacity across regions.
Providing further details, Abdulaziz said, ”TCN has installed over 82 transformers in 23 months. Notably, 15 units of 300 megavolt-ampere power transformers were deployed across several transmission stations.
”These include Akangba, Lekki, Alagbon, Ikeja West, Osogbo, Ganmo, Jos, Gombe, Kumbotso, Asaba, Oke Aro, Benin, Alaoji, and Katampe, within the second half of 2025 alone.
“We have also successfully inaugurated multiple high-capacity transformers across substations such as Ajah, Egbin, Enugu, Onitsha, Gombe, Kano, Abuja, Jos, and Benin, strengthening transmission capacity and improving grid reliability,” he said.
He also explained that improvements in grid stability have been achieved through targeted interventions, rehabilitation of ageing facilities, and better maintenance practices. According to him, protection systems have been upgraded, disturbances reduced, and coordination across regions significantly enhanced.
Abdulaziz commended the company’s management, union leaders, and staff for their dedication and teamwork, stressing that TCN’s achievements were the result of resilience and consistent effort.
“In this new phase, we intend to go a step further. Our goal is simple: to work together as partners in driving the growth, stability, and success of this company.
”Infrastructure growth must now translate into what matters most to Nigerians: stable, reliable, and consistent bulk supply of electricity that will be delivered to distribution load centres for onward delivery to their customers,” he said.
Earlier, the Executive Director of Human Resources and Corporate Services, Abiodun Fadahunsi, said the town hall meeting was designed to foster open engagement and idea-sharing between management and staff. She noted that the initiative underscores the organisation’s commitment to transparency and inclusiveness.
“In a critical sector such as power transmission, it is important for the members of staff to remain aligned, informed, and connected to enable them to work as a team to meet evolving industry demands,” she said.
She added that every employee plays a vital role in the organisation’s overall success.
Also speaking, the Executive Director, Transmission Service Provider, Olugbenga Ajiboye, stressed the importance of staff commitment in achieving organisational goals. Meanwhile, the Executive Director of Finance and Accounts, Chuks Ochije, assured employees that management would continue to prioritise the prompt payment of workers’ benefits.
