Vandalism strikes Nigerian power line again, stealing conductors and hampering 85% completed repairs.

Vandals have attacked Nigeria's Ahoada-Yenagoa 132kV power line for the second time, stealing about one-third of the conductor from towers 29 to 31. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reports the repairs were 85% complete when the attack occurred. TCN has increased local security to prevent further theft and urges public support to combat vandalism, which has severely impacted Nigeria's power infrastructure.

November 22, 2024
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