How operatives foiled electricity vandals in Mando-Jos 33kV, suspects arrested

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has explained how security operatives foiled an attempt by vandals to dismember towers T297, T298, and T299 along the Mando–Jos 330 kV double-circuit transmission line.

The company stated that the suspects had been arrested since Sunday, October 5, 2025.

TCN disclosed this in a statement by its spokesperson, Ndidi Mbah, on Wednesday.

The federal government agency explained that the vandals had removed tower members, compromising the structural integrity of the towers. Fortunately, the line remains intact and did not collapse.

“To safeguard the integrity of the transmission infrastructure, TCN engineers had commenced emergency reinforcement works on the affected towers. These efforts are aimed at restoring full stability and ensuring continued bulk power delivery along the Mando–Jos power transmission corridor.

“TCN commends the swift action of security operatives and members of the host community, which led to the arrest of the vandals and their suspected buyers. The suspects are currently in police custody in Saminaka, Kaduna State, where investigations are ongoing.

“TCN urges communities across the country to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities around transmission facilities to security agencies or the nearest TCN office. The company remains committed to working with security operatives to protect Nigeria’s transmission infrastructure and ensure efficient and reliable power delivery nationwide,” TCN said.