Governor Radda spends N7.6 billion on electricity in Katsina
The Katsina government has spent N7.6 billion on power supply-related projects across the state, focusing on renewable energy solutions.
Deputy Governor Faruq Lawal-Jobe disclosed this while addressing journalists in Katsina on the achievements of Governor Dikko Radda’s administration.
Among the key projects highlighted are 74km of solar street lighting in the Katsina metropolis and 11km of solar street lights from Al-Qalam University Roundabout to Darma Rice Mill, Katsina.
“In an effort to provide a sustainable power solution to critical facilities of government, viable mini-grid solar-powered projects are ongoing at General Hospital Katsina, Government House and State Secretariat Complex at the cost of N3,8billion,” Mr Lawal-Jobe said.
Mr Lawal-Jobe pointed out that several other power projects were also carried out in communities across the state.
The projects, he said, include the supply and installation of transformers and cables, equipment repairs, and routine maintenance.
He said others are the changes in power supply from Yan Albasa, Eka, and Kadandani to Kuraye, covering 17km, to restore the electricity supply in Charanchi LGA.
Others are the protection and aesthetics of security lighting systems by constructing Japarana Concrete Technology in the Median Strips of Ring Road Phase I ‘A’ and ‘B’ in the Katsina metropolis.
He also mentioned the repairs of vandalised electrification projects from Iyatawa, Cikakoshi, Mahuta and Remawa, covering eight kilometres high tension line to restore electricity supply at Iyatawa ward in Rimi LGA.
Others are the contract award for the digital mapping of power lines and GPS locations of all line materials, including transformers procured by the Radda government.
He further listed the projects as replacing the 33KV breakers and accessories to restore the power supply at Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina.
The deputy governor also mentioned that Mr Radda remained committed to expanding electricity access in rural areas to stimulate economic activities and improve the living standard of our people.
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