Officials work to restore power after transmission tower collapse in Adamawa

Authorities and electricity distribution officials confirmed that restoration work is underway after a transmission tower on the 33kV Jambutu Feeder collapsed, leaving parts of Yola North and nearby communities without power.

In a statement released on Friday by the management responsible for the electricity network, it was revealed that technical teams, working with the contractor handling the reconstruction, have completed a detailed assessment of the damaged infrastructure.

The statement added that reconstruction efforts have now begun in earnest, with the goal of restoring electricity to affected communities as quickly as possible.

The outage has impacted several locations, including Modibbo Adama University, Girei, Hayin Gada, the Federal Housing Estate, and other nearby communities that are still experiencing a prolonged power cut as a result of the incident.

The 33kV Jambutu Feeder is a key part of the local electricity distribution network, supplying residential areas, educational institutions, and commercial centres across the region.

Management expressed regret over the inconvenience caused and asked residents to remain patient, assuring them that efforts are being intensified to expedite restoration and bring normal electricity supply back without further delay.

Officials also urged residents to stay vigilant and help protect electricity infrastructure, warning that vandalism and unauthorised interference continue to pose significant challenges to power stability in the area.

“We appeal for continued understanding and cooperation as we work to restore normal service,” the statement read, adding that the public will receive regular updates as reconstruction progresses.

The restoration team further assured that work will continue uninterrupted until full power supply is restored across all affected communities on the feeder line.