TCN Begins Installation Of New 60MVA Birni Kebbi Transformer

Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has commenced the installation of a brand new 60MVA 132/33kV power transformer in Birni Kebbi.
The company recently took steps to restore power at substation when it moved the transformer to Kebbi, as part of TCN’s Federal Government of Nigeria project.

Recall that the substation was gutted by fire sometime in September this year resulting power outage in parts of Kebbi State.

Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, explained at the time that the fire led to about 356.63MW generation loss.

A statement from the Transmission company said the Transformer has been placed on plinth as part of the installation process, adding that when completed power would be boosted in Burning Kebbi and nearby locations

“After installation has been completed, the transformer will increase capacity by 45MW and boost power supply in Birnin Kebbi and environs.”