he Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has announced that its Apo–Karu 132kV Transmission Line tripped at 5:31pm on Monday, October 12, 2026, resulting in a loss of supply to Karu Transmission Substation.
Consequently, Abuja Electricity Distribution Company (AEDC) has been unable to supply power to customers in Karu, Nyanya, Kugbo, Jikwoyi, Kurudu, Orozo, Karshi, Mararaba, and adjoining areas.
According to TCN, following a physical inspection of the line, TCN engineers identified a cut jumper on the yellow phase at Tower T2.
The statement said TCN’s maintenance crew is scheduled to carry out urgent repairs on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to restore the line to service.
It apologized for any inconvenience caused to affected electricity consumers.
