TCN announces planned power outage in Uyo, Eket, Ekim, and Ibom Power over planned maintenance 

Business, Cityscope

ABUJA, Nigeria, 11 April 2026 (NPA) — The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced a planned maintenance exercise on the Uyo/Itu 132kV Transmission Line.

According to a statement signed by Ndidi Mbah, General Manager, Public Affairs, the outage will run daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. for fourteen days, spread across three days each week, beginning on 9 April 2026 at 2:05 p.m. The exercise is to enable contractors to string the Optical Ground Wire (OPGW) along the line. Once completed, the project is expected to boost wheeling capacity, reduce frequent outages, and enhance overall system stability.

TCN confirmed that contractors are already on-site working to ensure the bulk power supply is restored as quickly as possible.

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As a result, the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHEDC) will be unable to off‑take power supply to customers in Uyo, Eket, Ekim, and Ibom Power during the outage period.

TCN apologised for the inconvenience to electricity consumers in the affected areas and assured that every effort is being made to complete the exercise within the stipulated timeframe.