By| Goodluck E.Adubazi, Abuja
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that the ongoing 330kV transmission lines from Kano to Katsina, alongside new substations in Mashi, Kasana, Dusama, Kurifi, Kankara and Malafashi, are expected to strengthen electricity supply and improve power reliability across Northern Nigeria.
The Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of TCN, Engr. Dr. Sule Ahmed Abdulaziz, disclosed this while highlighting the company’s nationwide infrastructure development drive at the 2nd Northern Nigerian Youth Stakeholders’ Conference held to commemorate the 39th anniversary of Katsina State on September 29, 2026.
The TCN boss also received the Patriotic Leadership and Youth Development Commendation Award at the conference in recognition of his leadership and contribution to youth and national development.
While receiving the award, Abdulaziz said the recognition would inspire greater commitment to community and national development.
He said TCN’s ongoing infrastructure projects were part of efforts to expand and strengthen the nation’s transmission network, particularly in areas requiring improved electricity reliability.
The Kano-Katsina 330kV transmission lines and the new substations at Mashi, Kasana, Dusama, Kurifi, Kankara and Malafashi are expected to enhance transmission capacity and improve the stability and reliability of electricity supply in Northern Nigeria.
Abdulaziz was among three distinguished persons honoured with the Leadership and Youth Development Commendation Award at the conference.
