From David Onuoja, Abuja
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB), has conducted a sensitization programme for Project Affected Persons (PAPs), ahead of the compensation of Mando–Rimin Zakara 330kV Transmission Line.
The programme, held on January 14, 2026, in Rimin Zakara Community, brought together traditional rulers from twenty-five communities in Kano State, including the Chairman of Kiru Local Government Area, Hon. Abdullahi Muhammad, security agencies, and other stakeholders.
In his remarks, the Director of Transmission at the Federal Ministry of Power, Engineer Abinbola Ominiyi, said that the project would improve electricity supply in the region.
He called for the cooperation of all stakeholders to ensure smooth implementation of the project and assured that adequate compensation would be paid to all affected persons.
Speaking at the event, the Assistant General Manager (Transmission), Kano Region, Engr. Ibrahim Aliyu, who represented the General Manager, Transmission, Kano Region, Engr. M. K. Bello, disclosed that the Federal Government has released its portion of the compensation funds. Saying, the payment of compensation is expected to commence between now and April.
A consultant with Resource Field Nigeria Limited, Mr. David Sanni, also explained that compensation would be paid by cheque directly to beneficiaries, noting that affected persons must present their Bank Verification Number (BVN), National Identification Number (NIN) and relevant documents. Adding that beneficiaries would also receive farm inputs at the conclusion of the exercise.
