Senator Ngwu Visits 9th Mile 132/33kV Substation Over RoW, Security Challenges
The Senator representing Enugu West Senatorial District, Engr. Dr. Osita Ngwu has, visited the 9th Mile 132/33kV Transmission Substation in Enugu State to assess challenges delaying its commissioning, particularly the Right-of-Way (RoW) constraints and security concerns.
He was received during the visit recently by the Assistant General Manager (Transmission), Enugu Sub-Region, Engr. Madu, alongside other management staff of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).`
Engr. Madu briefed the Senator on the status of the substation, which was completed by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) in 2022 but is yet to be commissioned due to the non-completion of the approximately 22-kilometre New Haven–9th Mile 132kV double-circuit transmission line. He identified Right-of-Way (RoW) constraints as the major challenge affecting the completion of the transmission line
He highlighted that the completion of the transmission line is critical to the energisation and commissioning of the substation, noting that when operational, the substation will enhance bulk power supply to the 9th Mile industrial hub and surrounding communities.
Engr Madu also emphasised the need for adequate security to safeguard the facility against vandalism pending its commissioning.
In his remarks, Senator Ngwu acknowledged the need for urgent intervention to address the identified challenges. He pledged his support towards efforts to resolve the Right-of-Way constraints and strengthen security at the facility to safeguard the critical transmission infrastructure.
According to a statement by TCN’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, the visit concluded with a guided tour of the control room, switchyard, and other key installations within the substation.
