FG boosts power supply with new plants at six universities

• Published On: 23 August 2024 at 09:05

The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency, has installed power plants at six federal universities to help ensure reliable power supply in critical sectors.

This upgrade will benefit the University of Abuja, the University of Maiduguri, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture in Umudike, Federal University Gashua in Yobe, the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, and the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna.

This is according to a recent briefing by the agency's Managing Director, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, for the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Wale Edun.

The discussion, as described in the Ministry of Finance statement, centred on the revolutionary impact that REA's programs have on communities across the nation.

During the briefing, Abba Abubakar Aliyu provided a comprehensive overview of the REA's successful projects, demonstrating how electrification is transforming Nigeria's rural and underserved areas.

According to the Ministry's Director of Information and Public Relations, Muhammad Manga, Aliyu's presentation included images of power plants that had been built at several major institutions.

These installations represent a significant step forward in the REA's mission to provide reliable power to critical sectors of society.

Minister Wale Edun praised the agency for its outstanding achievements and emphasised the importance of electrification in advancing Nigeria's economic growth and development.

He emphasised the importance of raising public awareness about the benefits of REA's work, which he saw as critical to strengthening local communities and promoting economic development.

"REA's efforts are not just lighting up homes and institutions; they are illuminating the future of Nigeria by improving livelihoods and creating economic opportunities," Edun told the crowd.

He emphasised that the ongoing success of these initiatives would result in sustained economic growth and a brighter future for the country.

"As REA continues to illuminate Nigeria's future, the country can expect improved livelihoods, increased economic opportunities, and a brighter tomorrow," Edun said, highlighting the agency's critical role in shaping the country's future.

The Rural Electrification Agency's work has far-reaching consequences for Nigeria's economic landscape.