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FG to Invest $800 Million in Power Infrastructure, Targets 6,000 MW Capacity by Year-End

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The Federal Government has announced plans to invest $800 million in the development of substations and distribution networks as part of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI).

This information was shared in a statement released by Bolaji Tunji, Special Adviser on Media and Strategic Communication to the Minister of Power, in Abuja on Sunday.

Tunji highlighted that the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, revealed the investment plans during his visit to the TBEA Southern Power Transmission and Distribution Industry in Beijing, China.

The minister is currently in Beijing attending the China-Africa Cooperation Summit, a platform focused on fostering collaboration between African nations and China.

According to Adelabu, the $800 million investment will be split into two equal parts: $400 million will go toward Lot 2, which encompasses the franchise areas of the Benin, Port Harcourt, and Enugu Distribution Companies (DISCOs), while the remaining $400 million will be allocated to Lot 3, covering the franchise regions of the Abuja, Kaduna, Jos, and Kano DISCOs.

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Adelabu expressed concern over the frequent rejection of power by DISCOs, a situation that recently caused a significant decrease in Nigeria’s power generation capacity.

The peak generation of 5,170 megawatts fell by 1,400 megawatts due to the inability of distribution companies to efficiently manage the power supply.

Despite this challenge, the minister assured that the government is determined to boost electricity generation and aims to increase capacity to 6,000 megawatts by the end of the year.

He reiterated the government’s commitment to collaborating with international organizations like TBEA to fulfil President Bola Tinubu’s vision for improving the power sector, particularly in transmission, distribution, and the renewable energy segment.

Adelabu reflected on Nigeria’s past struggles with power generation, pointing out that the country was only able to increase its capacity from 2,000 megawatts in 1984 to 4,000 megawatts after more than three decades.

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However, under the current administration, there has been notable progress, with power generation rising from 4,000 megawatts to 5,170 megawatts within just a year.

Addressing the long-standing challenges in the sector, the minister emphasized that the fragile and outdated transmission and distribution infrastructure has been a major obstacle to industrial growth.

This outdated system has contributed to the country’s unreliable power supply, affecting households, businesses, and industries alike.

Adelabu noted that more than 59% of industries in Nigeria have opted to remain off the national grid due to its unreliability.

Many of these industries have resorted to self-generation, relying on captive power sources to meet their energy needs.

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This situation has further underscored the urgency of improving the country’s power infrastructure to ensure a reliable and sustainable electricity supply across the board.


 

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Former Lawmaker, Shehu Sani Shows Support For The Tax Reform Bill

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Former Federal Lawmaker, Shehu Sani expresses his support for the controversial Tax Reform Bill. The Northern Governors have chosen to be against the Tax reform Bill sent by President Bola Tinubu’s government. With this much opposition, the National Economic Council advised the President to withdraw the bill.

After President Tinubu stating the bill will go through on the media, Shehu Sani reacted and stated the bill will be beneficial to the country and fair to all parts. “People should keep aside sentiments and read the Bill carefully.


 

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Adin Ross Wins $1.6 Million Dollars For Betting On Trump’s Win

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American Social Media Influencer, Adin Ross wins over $1.6 Million after his bet in Donald Trump winning the US Presidential Election.

The influencer reveals her dropped $1 million bet on Donald Trump before the Election Day. With Trump winning the election, the influencer has won 1.6 million dollars.

The influencer also once hosted Donald trump at one of his live sessions, the influencer also showed support for Donald Trump.


 

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Barack Obama Explains Why His Daughter Dropped the Family Name

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Barack Obama reveals the reason on why his daughter, Malia, has dropped the family name from her filmmaking career. His daughter, Malia, is now 26 and has started making a name for herself in the entertainment industry and is working on her debut film “The Heart”.

Obama explains that Malia has made this decision in order not to be judged by her name to avoid criticism that she made it through her father’s connections. She wants to make a name for herself and wants to be judged by her own efforts and not her father’s name. Obama also spoke on how he has raised his daughter away from the public eye for the sake of a normal upbringing.


 

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