November 13, 2024
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Nigeria: Jigawa State Creates Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy

In a significant move towards sustainable energy development, Jigawa State Governor Mallam Umar Namadi announced the creation of the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy.

Dr. Siraja Musa has been appointed as the pioneer commissioner of this newly established ministry.

According to a statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, the announcement was made during a ceremony held in the Council Chambers of the Government House.

Governor Namadi highlighted the historic nature of the occasion, saying, “Today we are making history; we have just sworn in Dr. Siraja Musa as a member of the State Executive Council. Dr. Musa is not new to this government; he has been my technical adviser on power and renewable energy for the past year.”

He elaborated on the importance of the new ministry, stating, “For the first time in the history of Jigawa State, we are creating the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy. Fortunately or unfortunately for Dr. Musa, he will be the pioneer commissioner for this ministry.”

In his new role, Dr. Musa will oversee the integration of various departments previously under other ministries, notably the ministries of works and environment.

Governor Namadi explained, “You will take over all of the Ministry of Works’ electrical departments, as well as the Rural Electrification Agency, which is one of the Ministry’s major components. They will all come under your control, so you need to discuss them with the Commissioner of Works.

In the same vein, the renewable energy department under the Ministry of Environment will now be under the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy.”

Governor Namadi also announced the creation of a new regulatory body under the supervision of the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy to regulate the distribution and transmission of electricity within the state.

“There will be a new regulatory agency established to oversee the distribution and transmission of electricity in Jigawa State, which is going to be one of the biggest agencies. I urge the commissioner to work round the clock to ensure the successful takeoff and success of the new ministry,” he added.

Dr. Siraja Musa expressed his gratitude for the Governor’s trust and pledged to work diligently to serve the people of Jigawa State.

Dr. Musa, an esteemed academician with a Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and a PhD in Wireless Communication and Network Engineering, has been instrumental in advising Governor Namadi on power and renewable energy for the past year.

According to the statement, the establishment of the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy aligns with the objectives of Governor Namadi’s administration’s 12-point agenda, which aligns with global trends towards sustainability, economic resilience, and technological innovation.

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