The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says contrary to the widely published misinformation in the media which went viral yesterday, the nation’s grid did not experience any collapse.
Rather what happened was a case of line tripping.
In a clarification given by the General Manager, Public Affairs , Mrs Ndidi Mbah, via a press release yesterday the company explained thus:
“Earlier today, at about 13:41Hrs, the Osogbo – Ihovbor line tripped, followed by the tripping of the Benin – Omotosho line. These consequently affected bulk supply to only Lagos axis alone.
“It is important to clarify that at about 13:00 Hrs, today, just before the tripping, total generation on the grid was 4,335.63MW. After the trippings, however, generation was 2,573.23MW, showing clearly that the grid did not experience a collapse.
“The transmission line tripping affected Egbin, Olorunsogo, Omotosho, Geregu, and Paras, but these have all been restored except for the Benin – Omotosho 330kV line whose restoration is ongoing.
The company used the opportunity to express displeasure over the misinformation noting its counterproductive impact.
“As TCN continues to work hard to put in place a robust transmission grid, inspite of prevailing challenges. It is imperative that we understand the negative impact of deliberately misinforming the public and the value of disseminating true and verifiable facts.