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The federal government has maintained its decision to install ₦ 10 billion solar power networks in the President of the President of ASO Rock, quoting annual electricity bills that swell ₦ 47 billion as unsustainable for the seat of power.
This was revealed on Friday by the Director General of the Nigerian Energy Commission (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, during the press briefing. According to him, the project, approved by the President of Bola Tinubu, is part of a broader encouragement to reduce the cost of governance while promoting the use of cleaner and more efficient energy.
“It is not continuous for Aso Rock Villa to continue to pay almost ₦ 47 billion every year for electricity,” Abdullahi said. “That number is a summons of Bangun, and Mr. President has firmly responded by approved the spread of solar electricity networks.”
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The solar installation planned is positioned as a strategic financial decision in response to what has been described by officials as inefficient and inefficient expenses for electricity. Dr. Abdullahi stressed that shifts to solar energy will significantly cut repeated costs while ensuring the stable power supply in the highest government seats in the country.
“This is not only about energy reform; this is a measure of cost control. We are committed to using innovation and sustainable technology to reduce financial burden on running government operations,” he said.
In addition to the benefits of saving costs, BOS ECN noted that the steps were in line with the energy diversification agenda of President Tinubu and sustainable efforts to reduce pressure on the national network. He added that this initiative would also provide a way to involve local engineers and foster energy innovation.
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