FG powers civil servants’ office with solar plant

The federal government has commissioned a one-megawatt solar plant for the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) to provide alternative electricity supply for efficient service delivery. The project, developed by the Ministry of Power, is part of the federal government’s solar PV initiative to power public buildings nationwide. The […]

The federal government has commissioned a one-megawatt solar plant for the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) to provide alternative electricity supply for efficient service delivery.

The project, developed by the Ministry of Power, is part of the federal government’s solar PV initiative to power public buildings nationwide.

The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, on Monday in Abuja, formally handed over the commissioned project.

Adelabu said the project aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of transitioning to clean energy and powering public institutions sustainably.

The minister, represented by the permanent secretary in the ministry, Mamman Mahmuda, described the project as a commitment to energy security, environmental sustainability, and cost-effective governance.

“By powering key government infrastructure with solar energy, we are demonstrating the potential of renewable energy in achieving universal electricity access in a sustainable manner,” he said.

He said the OHCSF office, being the hub of public administration and policy formulation, required an uninterrupted power supply to ensure efficient service delivery.

He said, “It is a known fact that the office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation is the nerve centre of public administration in Nigeria and the epicentre of policy development and implementation.

“The benefit of this initiative, among others, will reduce the cost of electricity from the grid. It will reduce operational costs by reducing diesel consumption.”

The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (HCSF), Mrs Didi Esther Walson-Jack, expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu and the Ministry of Power for the successful execution of the project.

She said the project reflected a shared commitment to enhancing service delivery and promoting sustainable energy use in the civil service.

“This Solar PV Power Plant is a testament to our nation’s broader vision of diversifying its energy mix and embracing cleaner, more sustainable sources of power.

“We are all aware of the global drive toward renewable energy, necessitated by the urgent need to mitigate the effects of climate change and ensure a healthier environment for future generations,” Walson-Jack said.