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Shehu Sani urges support for TCN amid grid collapse challenges

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1 year ago

October 27, 2024

Shehu Sani

Senator Shehu Sani has urged Nigerians to refrain from politicizing the issue of frequent national grid collapses, calling instead for cooperative support of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).

In a press briefing in Abuja, Sani emphasized that recent improvements in electricity supply highlight the strides made under the leadership of the new Minister of Power and the TCN Managing Director.

He criticized those seeking to blame TCN management, describing such calls as “poorly informed.”

Senator Sani pointed out that Nigeria’s power sector has made visible progress under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, contrasting it with past efforts that consumed billions with limited outcomes. He further questioned the lack of public scrutiny over the electricity budget and the private sector’s involvement, stressing that TCN’s challenges are exacerbated in insurgency-affected areas, particularly in northern Nigeria, where government properties have been heavily damaged.

Sani urged politicians and civil society organizations to avoid using the grid collapse issue to disparage TCN management, suggesting that they should instead support efforts toward a stable electricity supply.

TCN recently attributed a North-West region blackout to vandalism and sabotage, specifically damage to towers along the 330kV Shiroro-Kaduna line. Temporary solutions have been implemented to restore power, while residents in Kaduna, Zaria, and Kano called for stricter penalties for vandalism.

As part of its commitment to improving power management, TCN has introduced an advanced Supervision Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to oversee the national grid, an initiative widely praised by stakeholders as a positive step for the sector.

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Otti Throughs a Lavish Banquet to Celebrate music Icon, Zigima King, Bright Chimezie

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12 hours ago

December 14, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

It was a night of deserving honour to the Zigima that has shone for decades.

A night of entertainment, joy, excitement and laughter.

Thank you Governor Alex Otti for your intentional dedication to creating a new atmosphere of unity, peace and security, backed by visible transformation in all facets of governance.

Thank you for ensuring that Abia didn’t just rise from the ashes, but that it commenced a progressive journey to greatness in all spheres.

Thank you for choosing to inspire the younger generation by celebrating excellence and great accomplishments.

Happy birthday Bright Chimezie (Zigima)

Ferdinand Ekeoma

December 14, 2025.

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Wike at 58: “You’re a Shinning Star in my Cabinet, Tinubu hails Wike.

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2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Chief Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on his birthday, December 13.

President Tinubu celebrates with the Minister and former governor of Rivers State, giving thanks to God Almighty for enriching him with a life defined by purpose, service, and courage.

The President describes Chief Wike as an audacious top performer who defies obstacles and delivers results.

President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation of the Federal Capital Territory through infrastructure expansion, highlighting the Minister’s recent intervention that broke the 14-year logjam in the construction of the Apo-Karshi road.

The President commends Chief Wike for his resilience, can-do attitude, and commitment to excellence in all assignments.

President Tinubu thanks the Minister for his consistent efforts in delivering results and wishes him a happy birthday and strength to further his good work in the FCT.

“Nyesom Wike has been one of the shining stars in the cabinet, an exceptional performer, developing infrastructure in the Federal capital as never seen before and proving that his moniker as ‘Mr Project’ is not limited to his home state of Rivers.

“I commend him for being one of the champions of our Renewed Hope Agenda, even though he belongs to another party and wish him well as he marks another year in his life journey”.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information and Strategy)
December 13, 2025

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Lady cries out after her brother was knocked down by keke on his way to early morning test at UniAbuja, faces possible leg amputation

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2 days ago

December 13, 2025

Ekwutos Blog

A visibly distressed lady has cried out over a tragic accident involving her younger brother, a student of the University of Abuja.

According to her account, the incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when students were struggling to get to school for a test allegedly scheduled around 5 a.m.

She explained that while her brother and a coursemate were trying to cross the road in front of the University of Abuja, a commercial tricycle (keke), reportedly driving against traffic, knocked them down.

As of the time she shared the video, her brother was said to be unconscious and already being prepared for surgery. Doctors, she stated, described his condition as critical, adding that there was a possibility his leg might have to be amputated.

The lady further claimed that although the tricycle rider was arrested, there were moves to release him, and that the school authorities had not reached out or offered any form of support since the incident.

She also revealed that the hospital initially rejected her brother due to the seriousness of his condition before eventually admitting him, while medical bills continued to pile up beyond what she could afford.

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