By Gabriel Ameh
Science students from Divine Wisdom Educational Institute, Benin City, have gained practical insight into Nigeria’s electricity transmission system following an educational visit to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) Benin Transmission Region.
The visit, held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, provided the students with an opportunity to understand how electricity is transmitted and the technical operations involved in delivering power across the country.
Led by their Physics teacher, Mr Meshack Odjugo, the students were received by TCN engineers, who guided them around the substation and explained the functions of essential electricity transmission equipment.
The students were introduced to transformers, switchgears, circuit breakers, transmission towers and personal protective equipment. They also received briefings on the health and safety procedures required when working within a transmission substation.
During the tour, the Principal Manager, Transmission, Engr. Matthew Ealefoh, and his team explained TCN’s responsibilities in Nigeria’s electricity value chain, highlighting the company’s role in transmitting bulk electricity from generation companies to distribution networks.
The engineers also responded to questions from the students, offering practical explanations of the daily activities and technical demands involved in operating a transmission station.
The management of Divine Wisdom Educational Institute expressed appreciation to TCN for providing the students with the learning opportunity.
The school said the exposure would broaden the students’ understanding of electricity transmission and potentially inspire them to pursue careers in electrical engineering and other energy-related fields.
The educational visit highlights the importance of connecting classroom science lessons with practical industry experience, particularly for young people considering careers in Nigeria’s growing energy sector.
Source: Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN).
