Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has announced the commencement of offtake of 10 Megawatt (MW) solar power from the Haske Solar Plant, located within the Challawa Industrial Cluster, Kano.
This follows the recent signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Haske Solar Company Ltd, built by the Federal Government through the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) and managed by the Ministry of Finance Incorporated (MOFI).
The agreement, signed by KEDCO’s MD/CEO, Dr. Abubakar Shuaibu Jimeta, and MOFI’s Executive Director, Portfolio Management, Mr. Tajudeen Datti Ahmed, was witnessed by the Managing Director of Future Energies Africa (FEA), Engr. Yusuf Usman Yahaya.
Commenting on the development, Dr. Jimeta said, “This partnership is a major step forward in our commitment to delivering reliable and sustainable electricity to our customers. By integrating solar power into our supply mix, we are not only improving network efficiency but also contributing to Nigeria’s energy transition goals.”
“Purchasing 10MW from the Haske Solar Power Plant is part of the bigger picture towards ensuring energy security within the network, enabling key industries and socio-economic activities to thrive in Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States while safeguarding jobs and competitiveness in our network,” he added.
Dr. Jimeta further stated, “We have already begun energy offtake, evacuating the energy through our Abattoir Injection Substation and supplying our industrial customers within the cluster through NBC 11kV and Ceramic 11kV Feeders.”
The Managing Director/CEO of Future Energies Africa (FEA), Engr. Yusuf Usman Yahaya, said, “As KEDCO’s core investor, FEA is keenly committed to transforming the company and providing reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to Kano, Katsina, and Jigawa States. Through innovative solutions and partnerships, we aim to lead the way in renewable energy adoption and sustainable development.”
KEDCO commended the Federal Government, NSIA, MOFI, and the Kano State Government for the successful implementation of the state-of-the-art power plant, representing Nigeria’s largest grid-connected solar plant, as a significant step in the country’s renewable energy efforts.
According to KEDCO, it remains dedicated to investing in partnerships and technologies that drive progress and ensure an uninterrupted power supply for its customers.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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