From left: The Executive Director, Rural Electrification Funds (REF) at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Dr. Sanusi Mohammed Ohiare; Special Adviser on Energy and Power to Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, Otaite Emineto, and the Managing Director/CEO of REA, Engr. Ahmad Salihijo, during the commissioning of two hybrid solar power projects in Kogi State yesterday
The commissioning of a 65kWp Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid at the 250-bed Cottage Hospital in Ukpogo community as well as a 5.4kWp at the Government Cottage Hospital, Adavi-Eba both in Kogi state
Due to the familial relationship between REA team and the communities, constant engagement and sensitization of the communities, the community leaders as well as other members have been enlightened over time on RE technologies and their role in ensuring safety and sustainability
HRH The Ohinoyi of Ebira Land as well as other Traditional Rulers in the community commended the Federal Government of Nigeria for ensuring infrastructure deployment in the hinterland while appreciating the MD/CEO of REA, Engr. Ahmad Salihijo as well as the E.D, REF Dr.Sanusi Ohiare for their commitment.