Jigawa State Government and the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) have signed an innovative partnership that will ensure stable electricity across the state.
In a statement written and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Namadi, Comrade Hamisu Mohammed stated that The partnership will see KEDCO (and partners) investment will build up to 10 Megawatts of solar-interconnected mini-grids in the key urban hubs of Dutse, Gumel, Hadejia, Kafin Hausa, Kazaure, and Ringim to augment power supply and ensure stable electricity across the state.
The partnership will also see KEDCO complete the Gagarawa-Taura-Ringim line and connect the communities on the axis to the grid.
The agreement between the Jigawa State Government and KEDCO will include the two parties partnering on joint electrification plans to raise access levels for electricity in the state to greater than 90% by 2030. The electrification plans will include grid expansion, embedded generation, solar hybrid mini-grids, and solar home systems across the state.
This agreement is in line with Governor Mallam Umar Namadi’s dynamic agenda for the state, dubbed “The Agenda for Greater Jigawa,” which is encapsulated in the Governor’s 12-point agenda blueprint for the development of Jigawa State.
This multibillion-naira agreement will serve as a catalyst for the continued transformation of Jigawa into an agri-processing and renewable energy hub.
This multibillion-naira agreement will serve as a catalyst for the continued transformation of Jigawa into an agri-processing and renewable energy hub.
Jigawa State, in partnership with the new core investor in KEDCO – Future Energies Africa – is increasing its shareholding in KEDCO to 10% from 7.5% while also committing KEDCO to an electrification partnership.
The agreement between the Jigawa State Government and KEDCO will include the two parties partnering on joint electrification plans to raise access levels for electricity in the state to greater than 90% by 2030. The electrification plans will include grid expansion, embedded generation, solar hybrid mini-grids, and solar home systems across the state.
This agreement is in line with Governor Mallam Umar Namadi’s dynamic agenda for the state, dubbed “The Agenda for Greater Jigawa,” which is encapsulated in the Governor’s 12-point agenda blueprint for the development of Jigawa State.
This multibillion-naira agreement will serve as a catalyst for the continued transformation of Jigawa into an agri-processing and renewable energy hub.
Presiding over the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday at the Government House Dutse, Governor Namadi remarked that with stable electricity across the state, “the lives of our people will be improved, and we can sustain a consistent double-digit growth rate to expel more and more people from poverty and make Jigawa State a prime destination for investment and jobs in Nigeria.”
The Chairman of Kano DISCO, Eng. Adamu Ibrahim Gumel, emphasized his company’s aspirations and commitment to diversify green energy in partnership with the state government.
“We are very excited about this agreement. The new core investor in KEDCO is focused on ensuring that KEDCO becomes the best DISCO in Nigeria in the next few years. We hope to unveil similar partnerships with Kano and Katsina states later this year as part of our broad recapitalization exercise. We will make KEDCO the first green electricity distribution company in sub-Saharan Africa while supporting the development agendas of the state governments in our franchise areas.”
The Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Bala Ibrahim, signed the MoU for the Jigawa State Government, while Alhaji Adamu Ibrahim, Chairman of the Board of Directors, signed for KEDCO.
The partnership for renewable electricity between the Jigawa State Government and KEDCO is the first of its kind in the country.
As Jigawa State Government and Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) have partnered to provide stable electricity across Jigawa State. The partnership includes:
– Building 10 Megawatts of solar-interconnected mini-grids in urban hubs
– Completing the Gagarawa-Taura-Ringim line and connecting communities to the grid
– Joint electrification plans to increase electricity access to over 90% by 2030
– Grid expansion, embedded generation, solar hybrid mini-grids, and solar home systems
This agreement aligns with Governor Umar Namadi’s agenda for transforming Jigawa into an agri-processing and renewable energy hub in the country
BUT THE STATE GOVERNMENT SHOULD UNDERSTAND THE NATURE OF Disco in Nigeria……
The electricity distribution companies in Nigeria face several challenges, including:
1. Aging infrastructure: Nigeria’s power infrastructure is outdated and in disrepair, leading to frequent power outages and grid failures.
2. Inadequate power supply: The country’s power generation capacity is insufficient to meet demand, resulting in load shedding and blackouts.
3. Transmission and distribution losses: A significant amount of generated power is lost during transmission and distribution due to inadequate infrastructure and theft.
4. Metering and billing issues: Many customers are not metered, and billing is often inaccurate, leading to disputes and revenue losses.
5. Payment collection challenges: Electricity distribution companies face difficulties collecting payments from customers, exacerbating their financial struggles.
6. Regulatory constraints: The regulatory framework for the power sector in Nigeria is often unclear or inconsistent, hindering the effectiveness of distribution companies.
7. Security challenges: Electricity infrastructure is sometimes vandalized or Vandalism and theft of equipment, particularly in rural areas.
8. Limited access to financing: Distribution companies often struggle to access funding for infrastructure upgrades and expansion.
9. Inefficient operations: Inefficient business processes and lack of technology adoption hinder the effectiveness of distribution companies.
10. Consumer apathy: Some customers are unwilling to pay for electricity or participate in the metering and billing process.
Addressing these challenges is crucial to improve electricity distribution in Nigeria and ensure a stable and reliable power supply.
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