The Federal Government has pledged to expedite the completion of the 378.3-megawatt Egbema Power Station in Imo State, stating that it is currently 70 percent finished.
During an inspection visit to the power station over the weekend, the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, provided this assurance while commending the Governor of Imo, Hope Uzodinma, for his dedication to collaborating with the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to complete the power projects in the state.
Accompanied by the Managing Director of the NDPHC, Mr. Chiedu Ugbo, the minister praised President Bola Tinubu for signing the 2023 Electricity Act, which permits states to participate in the electricity sector.
Adelabu stated that the completion of the Egbema power station and associated transmission projects would enhance the electricity supply in Imo State and beyond.
In his remarks, Uzodinma pledged to collaborate with the NDPHC to ensure the completion of the plant and improve the electricity supply in the state.
He said the collaboration would ensure the completion of the 378.3MW Egbema Power Station, along with the 330/33KV switchyard, the Omoku-Egbema-Owerri-Alaoji 330KV DC transmission lines projects, and the Owerri transmission substation expansion project.
“The projects are at various stages, with the power station at a 70 percent completion stage. The collaboration between the Imo State Government and NDPHC aims to enhance electricity supply and energise homes and businesses in Imo State through the completion of the Egbema Power Station and associated transmission infrastructure,” a statement by Adelabu’s spokesperson, Bolaji Tunji, said on Sunday.