The Federal Government has injected 640 megawatts of transmission capacity to the national grid with the commissioning of six new transmission substations in Kano and Katsina states.
The government, had through the Transmission Company of Nigeria, commissioned four substations at Walalambe, Kumbotso, Dakata and Dan-Agundi in Kano State on Wednesday, injecting 544MW of wheeling capacity.
On Friday, it commissioned a new 2x60MVA, 132/33kV transmission substation in Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State, adding another 96MW.
Speaking at the Kankia commissioning, Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, explained that the projects reflect President Bola Tinubu’s resolve to fix the power sector under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
“Mr. President’s Renewed Hope Agenda recognizes that economic ambition requires dependable infrastructure. By supporting vital investments such as this, the administration is laying stronger foundations for enterprise, employment, and prosperity across every part of the country,” Tegbe said.
He also said the Kankia substation will significantly improve electricity supply to Katsina and environs, boosting commercial activities and household welfare.
He implored residents to protect the facilities from vandalism, asking them to report suspicious activities to TCN and security agencies.
“These assets serve your businesses, your neighbors, and your children; safeguarding them protects your community’s future,” he added.
Katsina State Governor, Mallam Dikko Umaru Radda, in his remarks, described the project as a landmark investment, adding that reliable power will drive industrial growth and improve public service delivery.
He thanked President Tinubu for approving the project and lauded the Federal Ministry of Power and Transmission Company of Nigeria for its execution.
