Plateau Gov, NDPHC partner to boost power supply with 132/33KV substation
In a bid to revitalise the power sector in Plateau State, Governor Caleb Mutfwang has presented a Certificate of Occupancy to the Niger Delta Power Holding Company for a parcel of land designated for the construction of a 132/33KV transmission substation.
The project aims to enhance electricity supply and drive industrialisation in the state.
This landmark initiative will extend electricity transmission from Lafia in Nasarawa State to Shendam in Plateau State, benefiting the Southern and Central Senatorial Districts.
The project is expected to stimulate industrialisation and boost business activities across these zones.
Presenting the Certificate of Occupancy to the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NDPHC, Jennifer Adighije, in Abuja, Governor Mutfwang expressed optimism that the project, when completed, would transform the social and industrial landscape of the benefiting areas.
In a statement released on Friday by his Director of Press and Public Affairs, Gyang Bere, the Governor emphasised that the substation would address the longstanding electricity challenges faced by the Southern and Central Senatorial Districts.
The statement read: “Governor Mutfwang explained that the substation will support the smooth commencement of the Special Agro-Processing Zone by the African Development Bank (AfDB) and attract private sector investments to Plateau State.”
Acknowledging NDPHC’s contributions to Nigeria’s electricity generation and transmission, the Governor urged the company to prioritise the project.
He also highlighted Plateau State’s potential for generating wind and solar energy, referencing recent legislative advancements, such as the Electricity Market Law and the Energy Corporation Law, which empower the state to generate and sell electricity to neighbouring states.
In her response, Adighije commended Governor Mutfwang for his commitment to transforming Plateau State’s industrial landscape. She noted that he was the first state governor to visit her since her appointment and assured him of NDPHC’s dedication to executing the project.
“You are the first governor to visit us, and we are compelled to match your zeal with our commitment. With our generation capacity far exceeding demand, partnering with you is a pivotal opportunity. Your passion for industrialisation is inspiring, and we are eager to collaborate with you to realise this vision,” she said.
