Aftermath of Ajah/Kebbi mobile station commissioning, FG adds 625MW to national grid
There seems to be hope of improved power supply in the country as the federal government has commissioned 63 MVA, 132/33KV mobile station at Ajah, Lagos State and Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State simultaneously.
Speaking at the event, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu stated that the two mobile stations stand as beacons of hope for businesses and households reliant on uninterrupted power supply, as additional 625 mega watts have been to the national grid, thus increasing the nation’s power generation capacity to 4,800MW.
He said, ”In tandem with this commissioning, I am pleased to announce the remote commissioning of a 60 MVA Power Transformer at Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State. Together, these equipment will boost our transmission wheeling capacity by 123MW, thereby paving the way for enhanced electricity supply for all Nigerians”.
The Minister also assured added that the Federal Government is working towards achieving 6000MW by December 2024, when all the Siemens phase one power projects would have been completed.
“These endeavours signify more than just infrastructural developments; they represent a pivotal step towards revitalizing our power sector and reaffirming our commitment to improving the lives of our citizens. I commend the collaborative efforts of the FGN Power Company, the German government, and Siemens Energy, whose partnership has facilitated the production and installation of these world-class assets,”.
Adebayo stressed further that the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) embodies government strategic approach to tackling Nigeria’s longstanding challenges of unreliable power supply.
“With an installed power generation capacity of 14GW, it is imperative that we maximize operational capacity to meet the needs of our growing population.
I am happy with the collaborative efforts between the German Government and the Federal Government of Nigeria under the PPI, which promises to deliver reliable power supply to every corner of our nation.
Moving forward, we remain committed to fostering mutually beneficial partnerships that drive productivity and socio-economic growth.
He, however, noted that the success of these initiatives hinges on collective responsibility.
”I implore all Nigerians to safeguard these vital installations against acts of vandalism and sabotage, recognizing them as essential economic assets crucial to our nation’s development.
As we celebrate the activation of this Mobile Substation, let us not only acknowledge its technological prowess but also reflect on the socio-economic impact for our communities. Enhanced power infrastructure serves as a catalyst for industrial growth, job creation, and improved standards of living,”