Association Applauds Reappointment Of Abdul-Aziz As TCN MD

The Senior Staff Association of the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has welcomed the reappointment of Engr. Sule Ahmed Abdul-Aziz, as Managing Director, described his leadership as a “remarkable dedication to strengthening the backbone of electricity delivery across Nigeria.”

In a statement issued yesterday in Abuja, Mr Solomon Kigbo, representing the association, said that despite the sector’s complex infrastructure demands and growing energy needs, TCN has continued to make steady progress, demonstrate resilience, and drive innovation under Abdul-Aziz’s leadership.

Kigbo highlighted the company’s achievements in modernising the national grid through strategic investments in transmission lines, substations, and advanced technologies.

“These initiatives have reduced system disruptions and enhanced the efficiency of electricity distribution companies that rely on TCN’s network,” he added.

He also praised TCN’s commitment to upgrading ageing equipment and constructing new transmission corridors as proactive steps to meet Nigeria’s rising energy demands.

Public affairs analyst Alhaji Usman Abdullahi emphasised TCN’s focus on human capital development.

“By investing in staff training, capacity building, and technical expertise, the organisation has cultivated a workforce capable of meeting modern energy challenges,” he said, noting that this focus on professionalism and continuous improvement has translated into better service delivery and operational efficiency.

Abdullahi further said TCN’s accomplishments reflect strong leadership and a strategic vision aligned with national development priorities.

“By ensuring that generated power is efficiently transmitted across the country, TCN plays a vital role in powering homes, businesses, and critical sectors,” he added.

Barrister Abubakar Usman, leader of the Nigeria Youth Patriotic Front, commended TCN for adopting modern technologies and international best practices. Speaking to journalists in Lagos, he said these innovations have improved grid management, system monitoring, and overall performance.

He described TCN as a “shining example of commitment and progress within the nation’s power sector” and praised the President for appointing a “first-class material” to lead the electricity sector.

Meanwhile, Comrade Williams Asukwo, chairman of the Nigerian Project Initiative, urged critics of the reappointment to set aside differences and support efforts to strengthen the nation’s power infrastructure.

“Yes, there must be opposition, but what is better than cooperation and understanding?” he said, calling for unity in building a reliable and robust electricity network for all Nigerians.