The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has lightened up Uhuafor Nomeh community in Nkanu East Local Government Area of Enugu State with construction of a solar hybrid mini grid of 100kWp in the community. The project is expected to improve the socio economic conditions of the people and three other neighbouring communities, which have lived without electricity for over 18 years. The project was completed under the Rural Electrification Fund – Call 2 programme of the Rural Electrification Agency(REA). Commissioning the project, Governor Peter Mbah, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Power, Sir Joe Aneke, commended the Rural Electrification Agency for unwavering commitment to bringing sustainable energy solutions to rural communities across the country, saying the electricity project in Nomeh would bring lasting solutions to the problems of lack of electricity in rural communities. The Governor noted that the project aligns with his agenda to foster innovation, improve rural infrastructure, and create a green, energy-sufficient state. He urged the people in Nomeh community to take full advantage of the project and care for the shared asset, as it is their resource for growth. Mbah disclosed his administration’s readiness to work with the Rural Electrification Agency to develop other projects proposed for the State and looked forward to engaging with the agency in that regard. The REA Managing Director/CEO, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, represented by the Executive Director, Rural Electrification Fund, Engr. Doris Uboh, stated that the project is one of the many testaments of the work that the federal government does through REA, connecting last-mile communities to clean, sustainable energy sources and facilitating the growth of socioeconomic systems through productive use. Aliyu told them that President Bola Tinubu prioritises their welfare and that of rural communities across the country and would continue working to ensure no community was left behind. The REA Managing Director/CEO, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, represented by the Executive Director, Rural Electrification Fund, Engr. Doris Uboh, stated that the project is one of the many testaments of the work that the federal government does through REA, connecting last-mile communities to clean, sustainable energy sources and facilitating the growth of socioeconomic systems through productive use. Aliyu told them that President Bola Tinubu prioritises their welfare and that of rural communities across the country and would continue working to ensure no community was left behind. He said: “We have been in celebratory mood since this project was completed. This is because since 2006 till date, we haven’t seen electricity in Nomeh. But, we can now drink cold water in our community, while our children who used to burn the proverbial midnight candle, are now using electric bulbs to study. “So, this day has brought good tiding to all of us in Nomeh and I want to assure the federal government of our commitment to ensure the safety and security of this infrastructure”. Post navigation We’re close to deal with SSANU, NASU, says Federal Government. Tinubu committed to easing hardship – FG.
