Kaduna: TCN, Afaka youths strengthen partnership on infrastructure protection

The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), Kaduna Region, Tuesday, received members of the United Progressive Youth of Afaka (UPYA) on a courtesy visit to the Regional Office in Kaduna, underscoring the growing trust and collaboration between the Company and its host communities.

A statement by General Manager, Public Affairs Ndidi Mbah, noted that during the engagement, discussions centred on strengthening the existing partnership, promoting peaceful coexistence, and exploring ways to deepen community participation in safeguarding transmission facilities while supporting sustainable community development.

The General Manager (Transmission), Kaduna Region, Engr. Nasir Mansur S. Fada, reaffirmed TCN’s commitment to maintaining open communication, mutual respect, and continuous collaboration with host communities. He noted that the Company’s community engagement strategy is aimed at building confidence, addressing concerns through dialogue, and encouraging communities to play an active role in protecting critical power infrastructure for the benefit of all Nigerians.

Speaking on behalf of the delegation, the Secretary-General of the United Progressive Youth of Afaka (UPYA), Abdulhafiz Yahya, commended TCN for its impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and consistent engagement with the community. He pledged the group’s continued support for the protection of transmission installations, describing the partnership as beneficial to both the community and the nation’s electricity network.

The visit reflects the positive impact of TCN’s sustained stakeholder engagement and sensitisation programmes, which have continued to foster cordial relationships with communities hosting transmission infrastructure. Through these initiatives, TCN has consistently encouraged residents to regard transmission installations as shared national assets that require collective ownership and protection against vandalism and other threats.

The meeting further reinforces TCN’s belief that strong community partnerships remain essential to securing transmission infrastructure, reducing incidents of vandalism, and ensuring a more reliable electricity transmission system across the country.