Residents of Dutse metropolis in Jigawa State have praised the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) for repairing their burnt substation, which had left them without electricity for months,leadership reports.
During the prolonged power outage, residents struggled with daily life, facing darkness and disruptions to their water supply.
Aliyu Mohammed, one of the residents, expressed relief that electricity has been restored, allowing businesses such as welding, tailoring, and barbing to resume operations.
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KEDCO’s spokesperson, Sani Bala Sani, confirmed that the company had successfully rehabilitated the Dutse Old Injection Substation in the state capital. The repairs included refurbishing the damaged 7.5 MVA transformer, replacing all power and control cables, enhancing the station’s safety and security, and carrying out a comprehensive renovation of the switchyard and offices.
He stated that the restored feeders from the substation include the 11kV Garu, 11kV Limawa, and 11kV Government House lines. He also highlighted KEDCO’s ongoing investment, through its core investor Future Energies Africa (FEA) and management, in modernizing the distribution network to improve reliability and support the region’s socio-economic growth.
“This achievement is a testament to the commitment and support of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Jigawa State, Malam Umar Namadi, and the Honorable Commissioner of Power and Energy, Engr. Suraj Musa,” Sani said.
“Their visionary leadership will undoubtedly enhance electricity supply in Jigawa State and its surroundings, boosting socio-economic activities in the region.
“With continuous investment commitments, KEDCO is not just fixing faults—it is building a stronger, more sustainable power future for its entire franchise area,” he added.
