Ahead of the official commissioning of the Kashimbila Hydropower Plant in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State, the Aku Uka of Wukari, His Majesty, Manu Ishaku Adda Ali, Amatakhitswen has appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari for the completion of the electricity project.
In a statement by the Special Adviser to Aku Uka on Media, Jolly Agbu Masa-Ibi, says the Project which started during the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan has been a long-awaited dream for the people of Taraba who wanted an electricity source that will cater for the needs of the people and be reliable.
The statement reads in parts: “Governor Darius Dickson Ishaku, who was then Minister for Power, contributed immensely to the realization of the project and is greatly commended by His Majesty for his passion for his home state.
“As Governor, his commitment to the project saw his several visits to the site and close monitoring of the work at its various stages.
“Aku also expressed appreciation for the siting of the power sub-station in Wukari.
“As a way of reciprocating the gesture of the government, His Majesty appeals to all and sundry to safeguard electricity equipment/properties around them and to help in conserving energy by using only what they need.” The statement stressed.
“Aku, however, urged the people of the area to comply with prompt payment of bills to help in the smooth operation of the provider.
“He further appealed to the government to extend electricity to the nooks and crannies of the communities to avail this important social amenity to its citizens.” The statement concludes.
Radio Nigeria reports that the power sub-station is situated in Wukari local government area.
COV/Sani Sulaiman