FG injects 640MW transmission capability into grid, commissions Kankia substation

The Federal Government by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has injected 640MW of extra transmission capability by the commissioning of six substations in Kano and Katsina State respectively marking a major leap ahead in bettering dependable power entry nationwide.

On Wednesday in Kano State, the Federal Government commissioned 4 (4) transmission substations at Walalambe, Kumbotso, Dakata and Dan-Agundi respectively, including 544MW of wheeling capability to Kano State and the grid.

In Katsina State on Friday, the Federal Government once more commissioned two (2) new 60 MVA, 132/33 kV transmission substation in Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State, injecting an extra 96 megawatts (MW) of transmission capability into the nationwide grid.

Together, these infrastructure milestones convey the overall extra transmission capability commissioned throughout the week to 640MW.

Delivering his remarks on the commissioning of the Katsina substation on Friday, the Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his steadfast dedication to reforming the facility sector.

“Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda recognizes that economic ambition requires dependable infrastructure.”

“By supporting vital investments such as this, the administration is laying stronger foundations for enterprise, employment, and prosperity across every part of the country,” Tegbe acknowledged.

The Minister defined that the newly commissioned facility will considerably strengthen the community’s capability to distribute obtainable electrical energy throughout Katsina State and its environs, straight boosting each productive business actions and family welfare.

He additionally charged residents of the group to behave as custodians of the general public infrastructure.

“Report suspicious activities promptly to the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) or security agencies. These assets serve your businesses, your neighbors, and your children; safeguarding them protects your community’s future,” the Minister mentioned.

In his deal with, Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda hailed the completion of the challenge as a landmark funding within the state’s energy infrastructure.

He famous that regular and dependable electrical energy will act as a catalyst for financial development, industrial growth, and improved public service supply.

Governor Radda expressed appreciation to President Tinubu for approving the challenge, whereas commending the Federal Ministry of Power and the TCN for his or her dedication to its profitable supply.