Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reaffirmed that his administration’s electrification drive is aimed at strengthening small and medium enterprises and stimulating economic growth across the state.
Speaking at the flag-off of Phase One of the distribution of 600 transformers to the 23 local government areas, alongside 10,000 solar-powered streetlights, the governor said access to energy must become a right for every community.
He noted that reliable electricity would empower welders, tailors, cold-room operators, ICT hubs and manufacturers to operate efficiently. According to him, electricity is “the bloodstream of modern society,” essential for hospitals, schools, farms and small businesses.
Sani revealed that 32 abandoned power systems — 21 in Primary Healthcare Centres and 11 in General Hospitals — had been restored, improving service delivery and reducing maternal and child mortality.
He also announced the completion of the 2x60MVA, 132/33kV substation at the Green Economic Zone in Maraban Jos, describing it as a catalyst for industrial growth and investment.
In Kubau LGA, a 100-kilowatt Damau solar project has restored power to 450 households after a decade, while additional projects totalling 1,694 kilowatts are ongoing in other communities.
The governor further disclosed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Rural Electrification Agency to deliver a 1.5-megawatt project for Kaduna Polytechnic and an 8-megawatt allocation for Ahmadu Bello University.
Urban projects include 2 megawatts in TRAPCO community, with additional plans for Shika and Makarfi to enhance local manufacturing capacity.
