Adamawa govt. vows to ensure rural electrification development 

By Yagana Ali, Yola 

The Adamawa state government has  taken a significant step towards ensuring rural electrification development in the state.

The state government led by governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri made this known during the inauguration of the E-H-EA-R-T committee, held in the state.

The committee, comprising key officials such as commissioners for Health, Education, Agriculture, Rural Development, and Transportation, will oversee the successful implementation of the initiative.¹

The inauguration, led by Secretary to the State Government Awwal D. Tukur, aligns with the National Steering Committee’s directives to provide sustainable and reliable power supply to underserved and unserved citizens. 

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) will contribute 60%, while the state and developers will contribute 30% and 10%, respectively.

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Tukur emphasized the need for Energizing Health, Education, Agriculture, Rural development, and Transportation, citing the negative impact of energy deficits on development. 

He tasked the steering committee to work towards positively impacting grassroots development and propelling Adamawa State forward.

The Permanent Secretary, Energy Development, Mr. Dogara Paul Musa, commended the initiative and applauded Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s efforts in bringing this opportunity to Adamawa State, particularly at a time when citizens need power energy to boost socio-economic growth.