Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has announced that the region is securing a significant portion of the Federal Government’s 750-million-dollar renewable energy program. This initiative includes the deployment of approximately 10 solar mini-grid projects across the state to boost energy access.
During a ceremony in Pankshin Local Government Area, the governor inaugurated a 1.5-megawatt interconnected hybrid solar mini-grid. Governor Mutfwang stated his expectation that Plateau will transform into a net exporter of electricity within two years. The project, funded by the Rural Electrification Agency and managed by MASK Nigeria Limited alongside the Jos Electricity Distribution Company, aims to support industrial growth and minimize reliance on fossil-fuel generators.
The governor praised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for this investment, which serves as one of 48 similar projects nationwide. Beyond solar power, the project upgrades local infrastructure by installing new transformers and providing modern electricity meters to eliminate estimated billing practices. According to Mutfwang, his administration is working closely with the Transmission Company of Nigeria and the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to further strengthen the local energy network.
Engr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu, CEO of the Rural Electrification Agency, highlighted that this national program is expected to draw an additional 1.1 billion dollars in private investment for clean energy. Technical project lead Lau Mohammed confirmed the site includes a 1.5MW solar plant, a 2MWh battery storage system, and backup generator support, ensuring a steady power supply for schools, hospitals, and businesses.
