Four transmission substations commissioned in Kano State have added 544MW of electricity wheeling capacity to the state’s power network, with the projects expected to improve supply to industrial, commercial and residential areas.
The substations, located at Walalambe, Kumbotso, Dakata and Dan-Agundi, were commissioned by the Federal Ministry of Power through the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in partnership with the Kano State Government.
The projects are designed to ease pressure on overloaded substations, accommodate previously unmet electricity demand and strengthen power infrastructure for businesses and households.
At Walalambe, a new 80MW-capacity substation equipped with two 40MVA transformers has been completed, with six outgoing feeders serving the Tokarawa Industrial Area, Eastern Bypass, Maiduguri Road, Hadejia Road and neighbouring communities.
The development has also enabled Lee Group, a major industrial enterprise, to reconnect to the national grid after more than 30 years of operating off-grid.
At Kumbotso, the project provides 300MVA at the 330kV level and 100MVA transformers, while Dakata and Dan-Agundi each received an additional 100MVA transformer at the 132kV level.
The upgrade at Dan-Agundi is particularly significant following a fire that damaged the substation. The restoration of substantial capacity is expected to improve electricity supply to Kano’s ancient town, the Emir’s Palace and surrounding communities.
The new infrastructure is expected to support manufacturing, small businesses and employment while improving electricity access for households across the state.
The Federal Government described the projects as part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and efforts to strengthen the power sector as a foundation for national development and economic growth.