TCN Successfully Repairs Four Vandalised Power Lines in Rivers

The Transmission Company of Nigeria has commenced the rehabilitation of four transmission tow vandalised along the Afam-IPP-Elelenwo 132kV Double-Circuit Transmission Line.
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TCN disclosed this in a statement signed by its management on Monday, noting that the affected towers were discovered during an inspection by its engineers from the Port Harcourt Region.

The affected structures, identified as Towers T50 to T53, were vandalised after their tower members were removed and carted away.

The latest incident is the fifth reported vandalism attack on the same transmission line in recent times.

According to the statement, the vandalism was discovered on August 6, 2026, after the company’s engineers inspected the line.

“The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) is currently rehabilitating four towers vandalised along the Afam-IPP-Elelenwo 132kV Double-Circuit Transmission Line. The incident was discovered on August 6, 2026, by the company’s lines engineers from the Port Harcourt Region,” TCN’s statement partly read.

The company identified the affected structures as Towers T50 to T53, saying their tower members had been removed and taken away.

“Towers T50 to T53 were affected, with their tower members removed and carted away,” the statement added.

“This is the fifth vandalism attack on the same line in recent times,” the company continued.

The transmission company said rehabilitation work was ongoing, while urging stakeholders to support efforts to prevent further attacks on transmission infrastructure.

“As rehabilitation work progresses, we enjoin all stakeholders to join hands to curb the menace that is threatening the stability of the national grid”, TCN concluded.

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The Afam-IPP-Elelenwo line forms part of the transmission infrastructure used to move electricity within the power network in the Niger Delta region.

Damage to transmission towers can disrupt the ability of the network to safely and reliably transmit generated electricity, making the protection and maintenance of such infrastructure important to grid stability.

TCN’s latest rehabilitation effort comes amid continuing concerns over the vulnerability of electricity infrastructure to vandalism, with the company relying on inspections, maintenance and rehabilitation to restore damaged transmission facilities and sustain the reliability of the national grid.
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Navy Warns General Public Against Fake Recruitment Notice

The Nigerian Navy has dismissed as fake a recruitment notice currently circulating on social media platforms, purportedly announcing a 2026 Batch 39 recruitment exercise.
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The Director of Naval Information, Capt. Abiodun Folorunsho, in a statement on Monday, said the circulating information was not an authorised publication and should not be trusted as an official recruitment announcement.

He advised prospective applicants and the public to exercise caution and disregard recruitment information obtained from unofficial social media accounts, websites or other sources.

He said official information regarding Nigerian Navy recruitment, including eligibility requirements, application procedures, timelines and categories, would only be communicated through authorised Nigerian Navy channels.

“The official website for Nigerian Navy recruitment or enlistment is http://www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng, and the official website remains https://navy.mil.ng,” he said.

He also advised the public against making payments to individuals, agents or unauthorised platforms in connection with Nigerian Navy recruitment, as the exercise was free of charge.

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“The Nigerian Navy does not authorise third parties to recruit applicants or collect recruitment fees on its behalf.

“The Navy remains committed to maintaining a transparent and credible recruitment process and will continue to provide timely and accurate information through its official communication channels,” he said.
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Akwa Ibom @39: Eno Calls for Peace, Unity, Warns Against Ethnic Division

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has called for continued peace and unity across the state, warning socio-cultural, socio-political and other groups against using their platforms to promote ethnic tension, rivalry and division.
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The governor gave the warning on Sunday, September 20, 2026, during a special interdenominational service held at the International Christian Worship Center, Uyo, as part of activities marking the 39th anniversary of the creation of Akwa Ibom State.

Eno said his administration would not allow any group to undermine the peace and unity of the state, stressing that groups that flout the warning could be disbanded.
He described peace, unity and brotherhood as among the most important achievements the state must protect.

“Of all the achievements we have recorded in this State, there is one of them that must not be taken for granted. It is called peace. Our peace is priceless, our unity is priceless, and brotherhood is priceless. Let us protect them.”

The governor said political, ethnic and religious differences should not become sources of hatred or division among the people.
He added: “Political differences must never become personal hatred, ethnic differences must never become division, and religious differences must never become hostility.

“We may disagree and still love one another. We may belong to different political parties and still belong to one Akwa Ibom; because when the politics is over, Akwa Ibom would remain. When political office would change hands in 2031, Akwa Ibom would still remain.
“Therefore, let’s put our State above our temporary differences.”

Eno also appealed to socio-cultural and socio-political organisations to use their platforms to promote unity, peace and development rather than division.

The governor further addressed claims concerning the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), stating that he had never reported anyone to the anti-graft agency since assuming office.

“I want to say on this altar of the living God that since I got into governance, I have not reported one soul to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, not one, and I don’t intend to do so because there is nothing to report,” he said.

Eno urged political actors to tone down their rhetoric and concentrate on issues affecting the development and future of Akwa Ibom.
He also defended his decision to pursue what he described as a progressive movement focused on enlightened state interests, saying it was a visionary step in view of the current political circumstances in the country.

Ahead of the forthcoming elections, the governor advised candidates and voters to recognise the sovereignty of God, stressing that political power ultimately belongs to God.
He thanked God for the journey of Akwa Ibom State over the past 39 years and acknowledged the contributions of past leaders to the state’s development.
Eno also commended stakeholders who had supported his administration in commissioning some of the 39 projects lined up for commissioning as part of the anniversary celebrations.

Bishop Abioye Preaches Thanksgiving
Speaking on the theme, “Preparation of Akwa Ibom for the Season of Milk and Honey with Thanksgiving,” drawn from Psalm 103:1-3, the Presiding Bishop of Living Word Conquerors Global Assembly, Bishop David Abioye, said sincere thanksgiving to God could bring great wonders to individuals and communities.

Abioye described the 39th anniversary as significant because it provides an opportunity to prepare for the state’s 40th anniversary.
He identified inspiring vision, wise planning, continuous promotion of unity, stakeholder cooperation, working in the fear of God and love for God as key ingredients for achieving greater development.

The State Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Bishop Christian Nyong, also thanked God for His blessings upon Akwa Ibom State and commended Governor Eno for his administration’s development efforts.
Nyong urged residents to maintain peace as the 2027 elections approach and encouraged political actors to play by the rules.
The service featured praise and worship sessions, choir ministrations, prayers and a Bible reading from Psalm 103:1-5, taken by the Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady, Lady Helen Eno-Obareki.

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Those present included Deputy Governor Senator Akon Eyakenyi; Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Udeme Otong; former military head of state, Group Captain John Ebiye (rtd); Col. Yakubu Bako (rtd); Rev. Simeon Afolabi; Secretary to the State Government, Prince Enobong Uwah; Executive Assistant/Chief Delivery Adviser to the Governor, Mr Aniefiok Johnson; Lady Esitmbom Ekpo, wife of the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas); Nigerian singer and trumpeter, Pastor Nathaniel Bassey; members of the State Executive Council; political leaders; clergy; traditional rulers; captains of industry and other stakeholders.
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