The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency, has erected power plants at six federal universities as part of its attempts to provide reliable power to important sectors of society.
This came as the agency said that it has made great progress in furthering Nigeria’s electrification initiatives.
This is according to a recent briefing by the agency’s Managing Director, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, for the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr Wale Edun.
The institutions are the University of Abuja, the University of Maiduguri, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture in Umudike, Federal University Gashua in Yobe, the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, and the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna.
The meeting, according to a statement from the Ministry of Finance, highlighted the transformative impact of REA’s activities on communities around the country.
During the briefing, Abba Abubakar Aliyu provided a detailed overview of the REA’s successful projects, demonstrating how electricity is transforming Nigeria’s rural and underserved areas.
According to a statement signed by Muhammad Manga, Director of Information and Public Relations at the Ministry, Aliyu’s presentation featured photographic evidence of power plants erected at many significant institutions.
These installations mark a key milestone in the agency’s goal to deliver dependable power to critical sectors of society.
In response to the REA’s presentation, Minister Wale Edun congratulated the agency for its extraordinary achievements and highlighted the essential role of electrification in driving Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
He highlighted the importance of raising public awareness about the positive impacts of REA’s work, which he described as a cornerstone for empowering communities and stimulating economic progress.
“REA’s efforts are not just lighting up homes and institutions; they are illuminating the future of Nigeria by improving livelihoods and creating economic opportunities,” Edun stated.
He emphasised that the continued success of these initiatives would lead to sustained economic development and a brighter future for the nation.
“As REA continues to illuminate Nigeria’s future, the country can expect improved livelihoods, increased economic opportunities, and a brighter tomorrow,” Edun remarked, reinforcing the agency’s pivotal role in shaping the nation’s future.”
The Rural Electrification Agency’s work has far-reaching implications for Nigeria’s economic landscape.
By providing reliable electricity to previously underserved regions, REA is helping to unlock the potential of these communities, enabling them to participate more fully in the national economy.