The Transmission Company of Nigeria, TCN, has commissioned a new 60MVA, 132/33kV Mobile Power Transformer at its Damaturu Transmission Substation in Yobe State. The transformer was energized at 9:50pm on Thursday, July 16, 2026.

With the new installation, the substation’s total transformation capacity has increased from 120MVA to 180MVA. TCN says this will enhance operational flexibility and reliability at the facility.

The company added that the mobile transformer provides redundancy during maintenance and outages. It will also enable the substation to accommodate increased load demand in the area.

As a result, more bulk electricity is now available to the Yola Electricity Distribution Company, YEDC, for onward distribution. Benefiting areas include Damaturu, Buni Yadi, Babangida, the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital, and surrounding communities.

According to TCN, the project is part of its ongoing initiatives funded through Internally Generated Revenue. The goal is to expand and strengthen the nation’s transmission infrastructure.

TCN stated that the investment is aimed at improving the reliability and efficiency of bulk electricity supply across the country. The announcement was made by Ndidi Mbah, General Manager, Public Affairs, on the 18th of July 2026.