In a significant development for Nigeria's power sector, the Federal Government has officially confirmed the delivery of seven new power transformers at the Akangba 330/132kV transmission substation. The announcement, made by Ndidi Mbah, the General Manager of Public Affairs at the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), underscores the government's commitment to enhancing the nation's electricity supply.

These transformers, with capacities ranging from 60 megavolt-amperes to 100MVA, are integral components of the ongoing TCN/World Bank Power projects. The beneficiary substations include Alausa, Akoka, Itire, and Amuwo, all located in Lagos State. The strategic distribution of these transformers is poised to significantly augment the transmission capacity of the region.

The Akangba 330/132kV Transmission Substation will play a pivotal role in facilitating the deployment of these transformers. As part of the TCN/World Bank Project, these transformers are set to be installed in key locations, including Alausa, Akoka, Maryland, Itire, and Amuwo substations. Notably, the Akoko 132/33kV Substation and Amuwo 132/33kV Substation are slated to receive two transformers each, further bolstering the power infrastructure in these areas.

This development is a crucial milestone in the broader context of the Nigeria Electricity Transmission Project (NETAP), initiated in 2017 with an estimated cost of $3.630 million. Aimed at addressing and mitigating power supply challenges across the country, NETAP, under the TCN/World Bank collaboration, continues to make strides in fortifying Nigeria's power grid.

As the transformers become operational, they are expected to play a vital role in alleviating power supply constraints, contributing to improved energy accessibility for residents and businesses in the designated regions.

Source: dailypost.ng