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KEDCO Utility 2.0: Kano DisCo Partners Best Renewable Energy Companies to Enhance Electricity Supply in Franchise States

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KEDCO is pleased to announce the allocation of 41 prioritized sites to 31 of the best Renewable and Off-Grid Companies in Nigeria to accelerate improvement in energy supply to its customers.

The KEDCO Utility 2.0 Project seeks to enhance energy security within the KEDCO network, by unlocking renewable energy potential in the area and aligning with the Federal Government’s energy transition plan.

KEDCO has advanced in engaging with relevant stakeholders especially the Governments of the tri-state of Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa for input and support toward the success of these projects.
The 41 Sites were selected across the tri-state for the development of interconnected mini-grids and embedded generation projects to augment grid supply and improve reliability in the network. To reduce losses, all projects include network infrastructure upgrades similar to the $2 million, Zawaciki Solar Power Plant developed by KEDCO’s core investors – Future Energies Africa FEA, as a pilot for KEDCO Utility 2.0.

Sites include Tokarawa Industrial Area, Amana and Kwankwasiyya Cities in Kano, Charanchi, Malumfashi, and Barhim Estate in Katsina and Kafin Hausa and Gumel towns, both in Jigawa State (see full site list below).

Earlier, KEDCO had announced that players in the Renewable Energy and Off-Grid space such as Axxela, PowerGen, DayStar, Elektron, Bagaja, ProServe, Husk and Westa (see full list below) had indicated interest in working with KEDCO on phase 1 of its Utility 2.0 concept. After a comprehensive procurement process, the Pre-qualified Developers were grouped into two categories – Tier 1 (1MW sites or greater) and Tier 2 (lower than 1MW), and selected proposed sites were duly allocated.

Pre-qualified Developers are required to register, pay fees and security deposits, complete an initial site assessment, and sign agreements within this month to move to site within Q3 2024.

An estimated 60MW is being apportioned to Developers that will handle the construction of Solar Power Plants, partner with KEDCO on the upgrade of distribution infrastructure in the communities, and provide metering infrastructure. Tokarawa, Challawa, and some of the proposed sites are designed to be Embedded Generation projects modeled as a bilateral contracting agreement between KEDCO and the Developers.

Utility 2.0 is the program that KEDCO’s core investor – Future Energies Africa is championing to make KEDCO the first green utility in Africa. KEDCO is approaching off-grid as an opportunity and not a threat to its business, by partnering with Developers.
KEDCO’s Chief Strategy Officer, Engr. Hussaini Sadiq commented on the program, saying “I believe KEDCO has great potential for investment and partnerships, particularly aligning with our host State Governments in reviving agro-industrial and commercial hubs, towards the re-industrialization and socio-economic empowerment of our communities. The proposed sites under the KEDCO Utility 2.0 have underserved customers with high unsuppressed load which makes it a great opportunity for all stakeholders.”

In a statement signed by Head of corporate communications Sani Bala Sani said KEDCO’s Chairman Engr. Adamu Ibrahim Gumel stated “We are keen to explore all available solutions towards resolving energy deficiency in our network, thus Utility 2.0 will continue to grow and evolve. We are already working on phase 2 as 60MW is just a small portion of the energy gap we need to cover. We hope to continue to work with Developers that excel in this first phase into the future.”

 

Site No.
Site
Location
Proposed Capacity
Selected Developer

1
Tokarawa Phase 1
Tokarawa Industrial Area, Kano
20MW
Elektron Energy

2
Kura Rice Millers & Karfi Rice Millers
Kura, Kano
2.5MW
Bagaja Renewables

3
Barhim Estate, Katsina
Katsina
2-3MW
Bagaja Renewables

4
Gumel Metropolis
Gumel, Jigawa
1MW
Husk Power Limited

5
Hadejia Metropolis Commercial / Hadejia Fish Market
Hadejia, Jigawa
0.5-1MW
1634 Energy Limited

6
Kazaure Metropolis
Kazaure, Jigawa
2MW
PowerGen

7
Ringim Metropolis
Ringim, Jigawa
0.5-1MW
Paras Energy Ltd

8
Ado Bayero Royal City, Estate & Family Home Estate
Darmanawa (Gandun Sarki), Kano
2MW
Westa Solar

9
Almukab City 1 Estate, Tamburawa
Tamburawa, Kano
1MW
Daystar Power Ltd

10
Al-Mukab Estate/ City, 2 & 3 Western Bypass Estate
Western Bypass, Kano
1MW
Hamilton Energy Systems Ltd

11
Kano Economic City
Zaria Road Dangoro, Kano
1-2MW
Trust Synergy Ltd

12
KEDCO HQ
Civic Centre, Kano
2MW
PowerGen

13
Mal. Inuwa Dutse Housing Estate, Danmasara
Danmasara, Dutse, Jigawa
1-2MW
Proserve Energy Services

14
Bashir Tofa Small Scale
Sharada, Kano
1MW
Strom Infrastructure Limited

15
Jaba Road Housing Estates
Jaba, Kano
2MW
Axxela Limited

16
Fatara Housing Estate
Dutse, Jigawa
1MW
Proserve Energy Services

17
Fatima Shema Estate
Katsina
1MW
Husk Power Limited

18
Al-Qalam / UM University
Katsina
1MW
Husk Power Limited

19
Kano Free Trade Zone (NEPZA)
Jaba, Kano
1MW
Off Grid Electric Limited

20
Daura GRA / Commercial Cluster
Daura, Katsina
1MW
Daystar Power Ltd

21
Challawa Phase 2
Challawa, Kano
10-15MW
Paras Energy Ltd

22
Dawanau Grain Market / Dawanau Commercial
Dawanau, Kano
1MW
Grid Crux Energy Limited

23
AKTH Premium (NKDC) Kano
Zaria Road, Kano
2-3MW
Spul Sub3 Ltd

24
Zoo Road Commercial Cluster
Funtua, Katsina
1MW
Havenhill Synergy Limited

25
Kwari Market
Kantin Kwari Market, Kano
1MW
Axxela Ltd

26
Wambai Market
Wambai Market, Kano
0.5-1MW
Stata Energy Limited

27
Kafin Hausa Emirate Council
Gumel, Jigawa
1MW
Bagaja Renewables

28
Radda Town
Chiranci, Katsina
0.5MW
Bagaja Renewables

29
Sharada Housing Estate
Sharada, Kano
1-2MW
Vertmance Engineering & Construction

30
Tudun Wada Rice Miillers
Tudun Wada, Dankande, Kano
1MW
Pam Africa

31
Amana City
Dangoro, Kano
0.75-1MW
Tetracore Energy Group

32
Kwankwasiyya City
Dangoro, Kano
1MW
Junaid Synergy Limited

33
Birnin Kudu Commercial Cluster
B/ Kudu, Jigawa
0.5MW
Royal Power

34
Malumfashi Commercial Cluster
Malumfashi, Katsina
1MW
Eneriv Energy Limited

35
Mangal Plaza
Katsina
0.5MW
Rensource Distributed Energy Ltd

36
Bunkure Rice Millers
Rano Road Bunkure, Kano
1MW
Neigh Energy Limited

37
Greenland Estate
Jaba, Kano
1MW
Anergy Solar Distributed Energy Resource

38
Danladi Nasidi Estate
Kano
0.5-1MW
Sabrud Consortium Limited

39
Unguwar Tofa relief, Funtua Market / Gen. Hospital
Zoo Road, Kano
0.5-1MW
Bajis Limited

40
Ibrahim Kunya Estate
Marriri, Kano
1MW
Prado Power Limited

41
Hajj Camp Market/Commercial Complex(s)
Hajj Camp, Kano
1MW
Power China Huodong

 

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The former Minister of State Housing and Urban Development Engineer Abdullahi Tijjani Muhammad Gwarzo has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his economic reforms to reposition the country.

The former Minister said this in a New Year greetings to the President which he signed.

He described President Tinubu’s tireless zeal and commitment as something that will bring lasting solutions to the problems facing the country particularly areas of security, economic revitalization and social welfare.

The message which read in parts:

January 1, 2025

I Extend My New Year’s Greetings to His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR.

As we step into the new year, I, Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo FTRAN, former Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, extend my heartfelt greetings to His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

In this New Year, I want to commend the President for his bold leadership and the necessary steps he has taken to reposition Nigeria across every facet of life. From economic reforms to critical measures aimed at tackling our security challenges, I have been deeply impressed by the courage and determination with which he has led our great nation.

I also want to acknowledge the immense sacrifices made by the Nigerian people, who, despite the challenges, have continued to show resilience and support for the President’s vision for a greater Nigeria. It is through their collective efforts and unwavering commitment that we are seeing signs of progress and hope for a better future.

I remain confident that the President’s tireless zeal and commitment will continue to bring lasting solutions to Nigeria’s most pressing issues, particularly in the areas of security, economic revitalization, and social welfare. I eagerly anticipate a prosperous Nigeria in 2025, as we work together towards building a brighter and more unified nation.

I wish President Tinubu continued strength, wisdom, and good health in the new year. May 2025 be a year of peace, prosperity, and unprecedented growth for Nigeria.

Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo FTRAN
Former Honourable Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development
Federal Republic of Nigeria

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Prof. Gwarzo Presented With Morgan State University Distinguished Scholarship Award

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The Morgan State University in the United States has Presented Professor Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo with a Recognition Award of Distinguished Scholarship, Leadership, and Eduprenurship 2025

The certificate of award and achievement was signed by the Executive Director of Global Partnerships Africa Professor Hakeem I. Tijjani

Gwarzo who is the President of the MAAUN Group of Universities founded Maryam Abacha American University in Niger, Nigeria, Franco-British International University Kaduna and Canadian University Abuja was also recognised as the 2025 Distinguished African Eduprenuer an uncommon endowment for Human Capacity Development.

The award coincided with his 47th birthday anniversary.

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New Year: Gov. Yusuf greets Kano People Worldwide

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The Governor of Kano State, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has extended warm and heartfelt New Year greetings to the people of the state within and outside the state including those in diaspora, expressing optimism for a brighter and more prosperous year ahead.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, on Wednesday.

In his message, the Governor commended the resilience and patience of Kano residents in navigating the challenges of 2024 and reassured them of his unwavering commitment to delivering meaningful progress and development in 2025.

“Happy New Year to the good people of Kano State. May 2025 bring us peace, prosperity, and more unity,” the Governor said, pledging to work tirelessly to improve the lives of every citizen of the state.

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He noted that his administration had made significant efforts to ensure the timely approval of the 2025 budget, describing it as a critical step toward accelerating development across the state.

With the budget now in place, the Governor expressed confidence that Kano would witness remarkable improvements in infrastructure, healthcare, education, and agriculture in the year ahead.

The Governor outlined plans to complete ongoing road projects, expand healthcare facilities, improve the quality of education, and support farmers with tools and resources to enhance food production and reduce costs of foostuff.

He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to empowering youth and women through skills acquisition initiatives and increased access to credit for small and medium-sized businesses.

Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf called on the people of Kano to remain united and supportive of the government’s vision for progress.

He expressed optimism that 2025 would be a transformative year, bringing better living standards and greater economic opportunities to every corner of the state.

The Governor’s message has been warmly received by many, sparking renewed hope and confidence in his administration’s plans for a more prosperous Kano in the new year and beyong.

“In 2025, the result of our declaration of state of emergency on education will continue to manufest as we allocated a lion share of 31 per cent of the year budget for education to reaffirmed our promise for reforming the sector” said Gov. Yusuf

 

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