The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has installed power plants in six federal universities as part of its commitment to providing reliable power to essential sectors in Nigeria.
The REA highlighted its progress in advancing the nation’s electrification projects during a recent briefing by its Managing Director, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, to the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun.
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The institutions benefiting from these installations include the University of Abuja, University of Maiduguri, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture in Umudike, Federal University Gashua in Yobe, the Federal University of Agriculture in Abeokuta, and the Nigerian Defence Academy in Kaduna.
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance, the transformative impact of REA’s initiatives on communities nationwide was emphasized. Aliyu presented a comprehensive overview of the agency’s successful projects, illustrating how these electrification efforts are reshaping rural and underserved areas across the country. The presentation included photographic evidence of power plants established at key institutions, showcasing a significant step towards providing reliable power to critical sectors.
Minister Wale Edun commended the REA for its achievements and stressed the importance of electrification in driving Nigeria’s economic growth. He urged for greater public awareness of the REA’s work, describing it as fundamental to empowering communities and boosting economic progress.
“REA’s efforts are not just lighting up homes and institutions; they are illuminating the future of Nigeria by improving livelihoods and creating economic opportunities,” Edun stated.
He further remarked that the ongoing success of these initiatives would contribute to sustained economic development and a brighter future for the nation.
