Guards stop attempted robbery at Ogbomoso power substation
Security personnel from the Transmission Company of Nigeria successfully prevented an armed robbery at the Ogbomoso Transmission Substation. According to Mrs Ndidi Mbah, the intruders tried to gain access by scaling the perimeter fence and targeting the gate house. The security team responded quickly, forcing the attackers to flee and abandon their tools. TCN is working with authorities to investigate and enhance security at its facilities.
What happened
- Security guards foiled an armed robbery attempt at the Ogbomoso Transmission Substation.
- The intruders entered by climbing the perimeter fence and tried to attack the vigilante personnel.
- Warning shots from the security team forced the attackers to escape, leaving behind tools and personal items.
- A search after daylight led to the recovery of more tools believed to belong to the suspects.
- No staff were injured, and TCN is collaborating with security agencies to prevent future incidents.
