TCN replaces ageing Ijora transformers with two 100MVA units
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TCN replaces ageing Ijora transformers with two 100MVA units
By Alabidun Shuaib AbdulRahman
The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN has increased the transformation capacity of its Ijora Transmission Substation in Lagos State from 90MVA to 230MVA following the installation of two new 100MVA, 132/33kV power transformers.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of TCN, Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, disclosed this on Monday at the commissioning of the transformers at the Ijora transmission substation.
Abdulaziz said the project was part of the Federal Government’s deliberate investment in critical electricity infrastructure and TCN’s efforts to strengthen the national transmission network to meet Nigeria’s growing electricity demand.
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He explained that the two new transformers had replaced two ageing 30MVA, 132/33kV transformers at the substation, adding 140MVA to the installed transformation capacity.
According to him, the upgrade will enable the substation to deliver more bulk electricity to load centres within the franchise area of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company.
“This upgrade delivers a more robust transmission substation capable of delivering increased bulk power to Eko Electricity Distribution Company’s load centres. It provides capacity to accommodate future load growth, reduce network constraints, enhance operational flexibility, and improve the reliability of supply,” he said.
Abdulaziz noted that the project was particularly significant given the importance of the area to the commercial and industrial activities of Lagos State.
He said the Ijora project was also part of TCN’s nationwide programme to expand transmission infrastructure and ensure that additional electricity generated could be efficiently evacuated from generating stations to distribution load centres.
The TCN boss stressed that transmission capacity must remain ahead of generation, saying the company would continue to invest in new substations, transformer upgrades, transmission lines and advanced grid technologies.
He said the objective was to build a stronger, more resilient and responsive transmission network capable of supporting Nigeria’s industrialisation, economic competitiveness and sustainable development.
Abdulaziz disclosed that the project was funded by the World Bank and executed by Shanghai Electric Limited, describing it as an example of the importance of strategic partnerships in accelerating critical infrastructure development.
He said the project also demonstrated the confidence of development partners in TCN’s capacity to deliver infrastructure capable of supporting Nigeria’s economic transformation.
The TCN chief executive aligned the project with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, noting that the administration had prioritised infrastructure development as a catalyst for economic growth and national prosperity.
He also commended the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, for his strategic guidance and commitment to the delivery of critical transmission projects across the country.
Abdulaziz further appreciated the contributions of the World Bank, contractor, host communities, security agencies and TCN staff to the successful completion of the project.
He, however, stressed that the commissioning represented only one step in the broader effort to improve Nigeria’s electricity infrastructure.
“TCN will continue to pursue strategic investments that expand transmission capacity, improve grid resilience, and position the network to support Nigeria’s long-term aspirations for industrialisation, economic competitiveness, and sustainable development,” he added.
