FG commissions four substations, adds 544MW capacity to Kano grid

By Adebola Muili

The Federal Government has commissioned four transmission substations in Kano State, adding 544 megawatts (MW) of electricity wheeling capacity to strengthen power supply to industrial, commercial and residential areas.

The facilities, located at Walalambe, Kumbotso, Dakata and Dan-Agundi, were delivered through the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) in partnership with the Kano State Government to improve electricity transmission, ease pressure on existing infrastructure and accommodate previously unmet demand.

The projects are expected to boost industrial activities and commercial operations across the state, while improving electricity supply to communities that depend on the national grid.

At Walalambe, the new substation has an installed capacity of 80MW, supported by two 40MVA transformers. The facility is equipped with six outgoing feeders serving the Tokarawa Industrial Area, Eastern Bypass, Maiduguri Road, Hadejia Road and neighbouring communities.

One of the significant outcomes of the intervention is the reconnection of Lee Group, a major industrial enterprise, to the national grid after more than 30 years of operating independently of public electricity supply.

The reconnection is expected to improve the company’s access to grid electricity and support industrial operations, highlighting the potential economic benefits of expanding transmission infrastructure.

At Kumbotso, the project provides additional transmission capacity at the 330-kilovolt (kV) level, including 300MVA capacity and 100MVA transformers, according to the project details released by the ministry.

Dakata and Dan-Agundi substations have also received additional 100MVA transformers each at the 132kV level, strengthening their capacity to transmit electricity to their respective service areas.

The upgrade at Dan-Agundi is particularly significant as the substation, which was previously damaged by fire, has regained substantial capacity to supply Kano’s ancient town, the Emir’s Palace and surrounding communities.

The restoration is expected to improve the reliability of electricity supply in the affected areas, while reducing pressure on other substations serving the state’s growing population and economic centres.

The Federal Ministry of Power said the projects were designed to strengthen the electricity transmission network, support manufacturing and small businesses, create opportunities for employment and improve household welfare.

The investments also align with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which places infrastructure development and improvements in the power sector among the measures intended to stimulate economic growth and expand opportunities across the country.

The ministry said the projects reflected the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the power sector and ensuring that investments in electricity infrastructure translate into tangible economic benefits for businesses and households.