Governor Atiku Bagudu of Kebbi says his administration has spent over N600 million on the procurement of electrical equipment to enhance uninterrupted power supply in the state.

Mr Bagudu said this when the chairman, Board of Directors, Kaduna Electric Distribution Company (KEDCO), Abbas Muhammad-Jega, paid him a courtesy visit on Tuesday in Yola.

“This administration has spent over N600 million on the refurbishment of old and faulty electrical equipment, including transformers, to improve and maintain uninterrupted electricity supply,” he said.

Mr Bagudu, represented by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Babale Umar-Yauri, said the state government prioritised electricity supply for sustainable economic development.

He commended KEDCO for ensuring regular power supply to the state, adding that “my administration sponsored 25 students for studies on electrical engineering and have completed their course as professional electricians.

“We request the KEDCO to absorb them into its services as they will be useful if engaged.”

He lauded the company’s management for organising stakeholders’ dialogue on general matters affecting electricity supply in the state.

The governor advised the company to extend such interaction to state government officials through the office of the Special Adviser on Power.

Mr Bagudu further pledged support to the ongoing sensitisation campaign to encourage prompt payment of electricity bills by consumers to ensure regular power supply in the state.

Earlier, Muhammad-Jega said the visit was to meet with critical stakeholders and listen to consumer complaints for remedy.

He thanked the governor for cooperating with the company to ensure an uninterrupted electricity supply.

(NAN)