The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has said it has commenced the implementation of the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems to enable real-time monitoring and control of the power grid.
Mr Sule Abdulaziz, the Managing Director of TCN, disclosed this to members of the House of Representatives Committee on Power on an oversight function visit to the company yesterday (Monday, August 19) in Abuja, said the technology would significantly improve grid stability, reduce transmission losses, and allow for quicker response to faults and disturbances.
He assured that TCN has also implemented an effective Frequency Control and Load Balancing, a reason, according to him,for “the drastic” reduction in the instances of partial and full system collapses.
”There is increased grid visibility as the in-house engineers made use of Internet of Things (IoT) with the implementation of Automatic Meter Reading Infrastructure,” he enthused.
”There is overhaul digital transformation, using internal homegrown solutions and vendor-procured applications to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of TCN wide operations,” he said.
Disclosing the emplacement of a designated web-portal for managing the output of generations and allocations to Distribution Companies (DisCos), Abdulaziz commended self for ‘the significant achievements of the TCN under his watch, have seen to the strengthening of the transmission infrastructure and improving grid stability.’
”However, sustaining these efforts requires continued investment, capacity building and collaborative partnerships,” the TCN CEO stressed.
”The Federal Government support is crucial in bolstering TCN’s initiatives and providing the necessary resources to build a resilient and efficient transmission network.
”This will enable the company to meet the nation’s growing power demands and contribute to sustainable development and together, we can achieve a brighter and energy-abundant future for the country.”
On his part, Rep Victor Nwokolo, Chairman House of Representatives Committee on Power, urged TCN to engage the state governments on Right of Way (ROW), advising that Abdulaziz should also discuss the issue of security of power infrastructure with the governors as a lot of the structures are often destroyed.
Nwokolo promised that the House would address the issue of ground rent with a view to ensuring that such rents are paid as and when due.
