Ibadan neighborhoods experience temporary blackout as TCN performs routine transformer upkeep

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The Transmission Company of Nigeria has announced a temporary power outage affecting parts of Ibadan, Oyo State, following the shutdown of a 100MVA 132/33kV transformer at the Ayede Transmission Substation for annual preventive maintenance.

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In a statement signed by its General Manager of Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, and shared on X on Tuesday, TCN said the maintenance exercise would run from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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The statement reads, “The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) hereby notifies the public of scheduled maintenance of one of its 100MVA 132/33kV power transformers at the Ayede Transmission Substation on Tuesday, May 5 , 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.”

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Mbah said the exercise became necessary to keep the facility in optimal condition.

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“The maintenance exercise will enable TCN engineers carry out routine checks on the transformer to ensure continued optimal performance”

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As a result, the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company would be unable to supply electricity to customers in the Express, Industrial, and Oluyole areas during the stated period.

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“Consequently, IBEDC will be unable to off-take electricity for its customers in Express, Industrial, and Oluyole areas today alone, within the stated period.”

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The transmission company apologised for any inconvenience the shutdown may cause electricity consumers in the affected areas.

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