Abia state governor Alex Otti performed a groundbreaking ceremony for a 15 MVA Injection Substation at Ogurube Layout, Umuahia, extending the power revolution project by his administration to the capital city of Umuahia.
The groundbreaking ceremony yesterday marked the commencement of work on the 7.5 MVA, 33/11 kV substation by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) under the NIPP initiative. The project is a joint effort between the Federal government and the Abia state government.
Otti revealed that Abia State would complete its part of the project in three months, setting March 2026 as a realistic date for completion. He urged the Niger Delta Power Holding Company to fast-track its side of the project towards a possible June 2026 commissioning.
” I sincerely thank Mr President for broadening the national electricity outlook to include States, private sector players, and international partners. I also appreciate the NDPHC management led by Engr. Jennifer Adighije, represented by Engr. Bello Babayo Bello for prioritising Abia in this strategic investment.” Said Otti at the groundbreaking ceremony.
The Abia governor also extended gratitude to the distinguished National and State Legislative leaders, as well as other senior government officials present at the event. Otti, concluding his speech, revealed that the state government has contracted Heirs Holdings to supply gas to Aba Power Limited, ensuring steady and uninterrupted electricity.
The proposed new power substation adds to a growing list of electricity infrastructure in Abia state, following the completion of the Geometric Power Plant in Aba, another Public-Private Partnership project.
