By Adaobi Rhema Oguejiofor
The Governor-elect of Plateau State, Caleb Mutfwang, has emphasized on the deliberate steps taken towards harnessing and reviving the energy potentials in the state with the hope of rehabilitating economic opportunities for the prosperity of citizens.
Mutfwang, in a strategic session with the Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Prof. Eli Bala, and the management staff of the Commission, stressed the need to harness Plateau’s energy potentials, especially in the areas of renewable energy, small hydro, solar energy, wind farms, and biomass for economic productivity.
He explained that the motion would improve the energy balance and demand of Plateau State, as well as increase productivity and manpower development, while also strengthening security architecture and sustainable economic growth and development within the state.
At the meeting, the team reached a consensus on a draft Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with official referrals to country representatives of international partners, such as United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA).
These International partners are expected to invest in Plateau, through the Global Environment Facility (GEF) domiciled in their organizations.
Prof. Bala expressed delight over the meeting and assured that the Commission would partner with the state to improve its energy for economic growth.