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KEDCO Targets 24-hour Power Supply through Mini Grids/Embedded Generation

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The KEDCO mgt during the inspection

 

As $2 million project for 24-hour power in Zawaciki, Kumbotso reaches technical commissioning.

Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) reveals plans to attain 24-hour electricity supply within its
franchise states of Kano, Katsina and Jigawa as the Company’s new core investors roll-out an ambitious
plan to build up to 200MW of incremental capacity through 100 mini-grids and embedded generation.

This was made known by the Company’s Board Chairman, Engr. Adamu Ibrahim Gumel during a tour to
one of the mini-grids sites at Zawaciki area in Kumbotso LGA in Kano State, recently.

Engr. Gumel stated that “very soon, you will see these interconnected mini grids popping up everywhere
within our network across Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States, to augment electricity supply to our valued
customers, while we prioritize bulk grid supply to industrial customers.”
The KEDCO Chairman, also added “we are equally looking at some of our key industrial clusters such as
Tokarawa and Sharada for 24-hour supply through embedded generation, in line with our vision to enable
re-industrialisation and economic empowerment of Kano and environs through improving the reliability
and quality of power supply”.
The Zawaciki power plant, which is the first of many to follow, was co-funded by members of KEDCO’s
Core Investor Consortium, the World Bank (through the Nigerian Electrification Project with the Rural
Electrification Agency) and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet. The $2 million Interconnected
mini-grid (the largest of its kind in Nigeria) includes – a 1MW interconnected solar-diesel hybrid solar plant;
low voltage network revamp and rehabilitation; and metering for 2000+ consumers, he hinted.
Also speaking at the site, a representative from the new Core Investor Future Energies Africa and Director
on the Board of KEDCO, Mr. Habib Daura stated that “We are in serious discussions with the institutional
investors and the Governments of Kano, Katsina and Jigawa to re-capitalise and re-position this entity to
be the best performing DISCO in the country.”
The new Core Investors have signaled the intent to make Kano DISCO the first “Green DISCO in Africa”
through the usage of Embedded Solar Hybrid Power Plants, mini-grids, Energy Storage Systems (ESS) and
Power Purchase Agreements with Generators with Clean Energy such as nearby hydro-power plants.
The Zawaciki power plant was built by developer Bagaja Renewables with the construction executed by a
consortium led by EMOne with Diginet and Digitbit.

KEDCO says it plans to execute more mini-grids with a
suite of Developers and EPC’s led by those that executed the Zawaciki project so as to speed up execution
of the project to build out 100 interconnected mini-grids in an accelerated time-frame.

The Zawaciki community is very excited about the development. At a recent Friday Sermon, the Imam at
Zawaciki Mosque (speaking in Hausa) mentioned that “we should pray for the success of this
development, I have never experienced this much constant and uninterrupted power supply

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ECOWAS Parliament Meeting in Kano is to Bring Legislature Closer to the People-Barau

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Senator Barau Jibrin first Deputy Speaker ECOWAS parliament

Abbas Yushau Yusuf

Apart from their usual meetings in Abuja, the ECOWAS Parliament has brought its second extraordinary session to Kano.

Addressing the press after a closed-door session of the ECOWAS Parliament, the First Deputy Speaker of the Parliament, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, said the meeting will bring the legislature closer to the people and make them aware of the happenings.

Senator Barau said Kano, being the commercial nerve center of Northern Nigeria, is pertinent to hold the second extraordinary session in Kano.

Senator Barau said the ECOWAS Parliament’s session in Kano will discuss issues of economy, security, and other social happenings for the overall benefit of society.

According to the First Deputy Speaker, the legislatures of the 15 member countries of the subregion are here in Kano, and it’s meant for Kano people to know them and also for the Parliament to know Kano.

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Governor Muftwang Of Plateau State Bids Farewell To Muslim Pilgrims

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BY Asile Abel,Jos

The Governor of Plateau State Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, has encouraged intending pilgrims from the state to embody the values of love, peace, and tolerance as they embark on the sacred journey to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2024 Hajj.

while bidding farewell to the departing pilgrims from Plateau, Governor Mutwang enjoined them to not only pray for themselves and their families but also for the restoration of lasting peace in the state.

“As you embark on the fifth pillar of Islam, you carry not only your personal aspirations but also the collective hopes and spiritual yearnings of our beloved state. The Hajj is a journey of profound reflection, steadfast faith, and a commitment to righteousness.”

He emphasized the significance of this act of worship by highlighting his administration’s unwavering support for the Plateau State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board and ensuring the spiritual growth and welfare of Muslims in the state.

As the Chief Security Officer of the State, Governor Mutfwang reaffirmed his dedication to upholding fairness and justice for all citizens, regardless of tribe, religion, or background. He emphasized his administration’s commitment to transparency and inclusivity, prioritizing the unity and prosperity of Plateau State.

“In your prayers and supplications, remember our dear State, not only for immediate peace but for sustained harmony and unity,” he urged.

Hon. Daiyabu Dauda, the Executive Secretary of the Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board, commended Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang for his support of the Muslim community in the state.

He noted that the Governor’s sponsorship of 540 out of 1,232 pilgrims, the approval of funds for the resettlement of backlog deposits and the procurement of a bus for the board demonstrated a deep commitment to the well-being of the Muslim Ummah.

He called on all to pray and support the efforts of Governor Mutwang in providing transformative leadership for Plateau State.

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NNPC Ltd Clarifies Lagos Depot Fire Incident

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The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) wishes to clarify that the fire incident at a tank farm in Marine Beach, Apapa, Lagos, was at a depot belonging to HOGL Energy Ltd (Honeywell Depot), and not an NNPC Retail Ltd.’s facility as circulated by early responders.

The fire, which has since been extinguished, was as a result of petroleum products spillage within the perimeter of the tank farm.

Meanwhile, NNPC Ltd and other depots in the area have resumed loading activities.
NNPC assures that the incident will, in no way, affect petroleum products supply and distribution across the country.

This was contained in a statement signed by Chief Corporate Communications Officer NNPC Ltd Olufemi O Soneye in
Abuja

 

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