Governor of Gombe state, H. E. Inuwa Yahaya has visited the Minister of Power, Engr. Abubakar Aliyu, in Abuja, to push for the full and effective utilisation of the completed Dadinkowa multi purpose dam.
This was disclosed in a statement by Director-General (press affairs), Ismaila Misilli, stating that the governor addressed newsmen after the meeting.
The governor stated that issues relating to the full utilization of the dam for the economic development of the state and North East sub-region were extensively discussed as well as other items of mutual benefit to both the federal and Gombe state government.
He expressed confidence that the minister will handle all matters discussed at the meeting so that the Nigerian public will begin to enjoy the full benefit of the facility, saying,
Power is the key to socio-economic development. We must therefore appreciate the Federal Government for the efforts put in place to complete the plant, even as we stress the need for its full and effective utilisation for the benefit of all.
Governor Yahaya mentioned that his administration is taking advantage of the dam to establish an industrial park within its vicinity in order to reap maximally from the project’s value chain.
Speaking, the Minister of Power, Engr. Aliyu said that the ministry had for long developed interest in the Dadinkowa dam due to its capacity to generate electricity and water for agricultural purposes.
He also commended the governor for his support towards the completion of the dam and his determination to ensure the plant is put into use for the benefit of the state and the country.
Aliyu assured that the ministry will look into the issues brought by the governor.
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