In a bid to revitalize the power sector in Plateau State in order to promote industrialization, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, on Friday, presented a Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) to the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) for a parcel of land earmarked for the construction of a 132/33KV transmission substation in Shendam local government area.
In a statement issued by the Director of Press and Public Affairs to the Governor, Gyang Bere, the landmark project is aimed at extending electricity transmission from Lafia in Nasarawa State to Shendam, covering the Southern and Central Senatorial Districts.
“The initiative is expected to stimulate industrialization and enhance business activities across the zones,” the statement said.
“Presenting the C of O to the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NDPHC, Engr. Jennifer Adighije, at her office in Abuja, Governor Mutfwang was optimistic that the project when completed, will transform the social and industrial landscape of the benefitting areas,” Bere said.
“Gov. Mutfwang noted that the substation would address the longstanding electricity challenges faced by the Southern and Central Senatorial Districts of the state.
“He explained that the substation will support the smooth commencement of the Special Agro-Processing Zone by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and attract private sector investments to Plateau State.
“Acknowledging the contributions of NDPHC to Nigeria’s electricity generation and transmission, the Governor appealed for the prioritization of the project.
“He also stated that Plateau State has the potential for generating wind and solar energy and informed Engr. Adighije of recent legislative advancements in that regard, including the Electricity Market Law and Energy Corporation Law, which enable the state to generate and sell electricity to neighboring states.
“In her response, Engr. Adighije warmly welcomed Governor Mutfwang, noting that he was the first state governor to visit her since her appointment.
“She praised his commitment to transforming Plateau State’s industrial landscape and assured him of NDPHC’s dedication to executing the project.
“In her remarks, Adighije said:
‘You are the first governor to visit us, and we are compelled to match your zeal with our commitment.
‘With our generation capacity far exceeding demand, partnering with you is a pivotal opportunity.
‘Your passion for industrialization is inspiring, and we are eager to collaborate with you to realize this vision,” she stated.
