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EU Explores Prospects of Hydropower Generation in Plateau
EU Explores Prospects of Hydropower Generation in Plateau
By: Michael Mike
The European Union (EU) is exploring the potential for small hydropower generation in partnership with Plateau state government.
This was disclosed by the Head of Green and Digital Economy at the EU Delegation in Nigeria and ECOWAS, Inga Stefanowicz during the delegation’s visit to the state to assess the Assop falls which is being speculated has having a potential to generate about 2MWp of electricity.
According to her, the EU is in partnership with the federal ministry of power in driving the diversification of electricity generation to other renewable energy sources like small hydro power to provide clean, safe, affordable, and renewable energy sources to the people of Plateau state, to power, agro processing activities, productive use of energy and boosting the economy of the state.
She further disclosed that the EU is working with the Plateau state government and other stakeholders to evaluate the technical, financial, and environmental feasibility of the small hydropower site. “Plateau State, with its rich agricultural potential, could benefit greatly from reliable energy, boosting crop production and agro-processing,” she said.
In his address, the Managing Director of the Plateau State Energy Corporation, Ponzing Gamde, stated that the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the implementer of the project on behalf of the European Union, is conducting a feasibility study to determine the potential capacity of the hydropower project. “UNIDO is currently conducting a feasibility study here. They have done their preliminary data collection and will now come up with a design to know the potential capacity that can be generated from here,” he said.
Further highlighting the benefits of the project, Gamde said, “With this power, there will also be an improvement of cultural activities. The power will ensure activities don’t stop at certain points.”
A member of the Plateau State House of Assembly, Hon. Engr. Owen Karyit Dagogot, expressed full support for the project, saying, “This place is going to be utilized to its full potential. It is an advantage because you already have a solid ground. Foundations are openly on firm ground.”
Director of Technical Services at the Plateau State Energy Corporation, Sam Gyang Yakubu, spoke about the technical aspects of the project. He noted that while the dam construction typically takes time, the timeline for this project could be as short as two to three years. “Evacuation is not going to be a challenge here, based on the way we have set up the whole layout,” he said.
A representative of the Federal Ministry of Power, Dina Temitope, highlighted the national significance of the project. “For us at the ministry, we’ve had this vision 30:30, which is generating 30 gigawatts of electricity by 2030, with 30 percent of our energy needs coming from renewable sources,” he said.
Programme Manager, Energy and Circular Economy, EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Godfrey Ogbemudia, reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to sustainability, saying, “We want to be sure that EU taxpayers’ money is fully utilised. It’s not a donation. You could transport all the power from here to any other agricultural hub where pre-processing is happening within the state”
Harping on the importance of continued collaboration, Head of GIZ’s Sustainability Energy Access component, Eckhard Heine, said, “We are in dialogue with the National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), to disseminate the information they have, so we can engage the state level effectively.”
Technical Adviser at GIZ, Alexander Akolo, noted that the Governor of Plateau state, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, recently passed the State Electricity Law, which contains areas for improvement. “We can support reviewing it (the Law) because of the support in developing other instruments like mini-grid policy for the state.”
EU Explores Prospects of Hydropower Generation in Plateau
Government efforts on security highlight successes achieved in restoring peace in Yobe—Buni
By: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON has revealed that government efforts and strategies in addressing insecurity have highlighted the significant successes achieved in restoring peace and promoting prosperity across the state.
The governor disclosed this while welcoming a delegation from the National Institute for Security Studies (NISS) in Damaturu, the state capital.
Ably represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Baba Malam Wali mni. He expressed optimism that the study tour would yield valuable insight and recommendations that would contribute to enhancing national security.
Speaking earlier, the leader of the team, Alhaji Ibrahim Abdullahi Yar’adua, said they were in Yobe State for a study tour themed “Non-State Actors in Security Management Issues, Challenges, and Prospects for Peace and Development in Africa.”
According to him, the visit aims to explore the state’s security dynamics and identify best practices that can inform national security policies.
Also speaking, Alhaji Zanna Ali Ibrahim, Chairman of the Yobe State NISS Alumni, explained that the tour is part of the institute’s academic exercise, which will culminate in a report aimed at informing policy decisions on security management.
He appreciated the state government’s support and cooperation, assuring that the team’s findings would be beneficial to the state and the nation at large.
The Yobe state government’s proactive approach to security management has yielded significant results, with the state witnessing a marked reduction in insecurity. It was noted that the visit is also expected to further enhance the state’s security architecture and contribution to the nation’s overall peace and stability.
The delegation presented a plaque, Governor Buni’s portrait, and books to the SSG as a token of appreciation for the warm reception, and the gesture symbolizes the institute’s commitment to building strong partnerships with stakeholders in the pursuit of peace and security.
Government efforts on security highlight successes achieved in restoring peace in Yobe—Buni
Yobe is committed to addressing ASUU problems. – Buni
BY: Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Governor Hon. Mai Mala Buni CON has said that his administration is committed to addressing issues relating to the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) amidst competing demands.
Governor Buni started this today while receiving the leadership of the union’s Yobe State chapter, led by its chairman, Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Karage, at the Government House, Damaturu.
He said the government will continue to give priority attention to the state-owned university in order to enhance its academic and physical development.
The governor appealed to the union to remain calm and continue to engage with the government, noting that his administration works out modalities for amicable responses to issues raised by the members.
Governor Buni stressed that one of the objectives of the union is to organize and represent the interests of the academic staff of the state university and called for mutual understanding between the government and the union.
Speaking earlier, the ASUU chairman of the Yobe State chapter, Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim Karage, said they were at the Government House to advocate for better funding of the state university with a view to enhancing a conducive and better atmosphere for effective teaching, learning, and research.
Dr. Ahmad Karage appreciates Mala’s administration for giving scholarships to students, especially law students.
Nigeria Condemns Terrorist Attack in India
By: Michael Mike
Nigeria has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in South Kashmir’s Pahalgam.
According to reports, the unfortunate attack resulted in the tragic loss of 26 innocent lives, mostly tourists, and left many others injured.
The federal government, in a statement by the acting spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, said terrorism in all its forms and manifestations is a global menace that requires collective action and firm commitment from the international community, adding that: “Nigeria, having faced similar challenges, understands the devastating impact of such acts of violence, reiterates its call for enhanced global cooperation to combat terrorism and extremism.”
The statement further added that: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of India as they recover from this tragedy, and we stand united in the shared pursuit of peace, stability, and justice worldwide.”
Nigeria Condemns Terrorist Attack in India
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