Adamawa state governor, Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, has flagged off the construction of a 13.5-megawatt interconnected solar mini-grid project for Kofare, Saminaka and Mbamba communities in Yola South local government ciuncil, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to improving electricity supply across the state.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, governor Fintiri said the project marks another step in addressing the state’s long-standing electricity challenges while creating opportunities for economic growth and youth empowerment.
The governor assured residents that his administration would continue to expand solar mini-grid projects to communities across Adamawa, including remote areas, to provide reliable electricity for homes, businesses and public institutions.
He said the Fresh Air Administration remained committed to ending the hardship associated with inadequate power supply by investing in sustainable energy infrastructure capable of supporting social and economic development.
Also speaking, the Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, said the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is committed to improving electricity access across the country, describing the interconnected solar mini-grid project as a demonstration of the Federal Government’s ongoing power sector reforms.
The minister noted that additional renewable energy projects would be implemented in Adamawa as part of efforts to expand electricity access and stimulate economic activities.
Managing Director of Mahshakti Nigeria Limited, Kennedy Nnagha, said the project was conceived and finalized two years ago and has a generation capacity of 13.5 megawatts.
The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency, Abba Aliyu, said the initiative aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of the Federal Government and complements Governor Fintiri’s efforts to improve the welfare of Adamawa residents.
According to him, the project is expected to provide electricity to about 6,000 entrepreneurs, 100 public institutions and thousands of households, boosting commercial activities and enhancing public service delivery.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Works and Energy Development, Engr. Suleiman Mohammed, welcomed guests to the event and said the solar mini-grid would provide reliable electricity to residents, schools and businesses in the benefiting communities. He urged beneficiaries to take ownership of the project to ensure its sustainability.
The 13.5MW interconnected solar mini-grid is expected to significantly improve electricity access in the affected communities, supporting economic development and expanding opportunities for businesses, institutions and households.