FG, Kano govt. test run 8-megawatt alternative power facility

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano

The Federal Government in collaboration with Kano state government, has concluded plans to begin test running of 8-megawatt alternative power generation station, today, Saturday, 14, March.

This was contained in a Public announcement by the Public Relations Officer of Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority, (HJRBD), Hajia Binta Speaking, on behalf of the Managing Director, Rabiu Suleiman Bichi.

The public announcement was made available to journalists in Kano Friday night.

“In collaboration with Kano State Hydropower and Energy Development Company, (KHEDCO), we are pleased to announce a major milestone in power generation for Kano State. Beginning tomorrow, Saturday, the 14th of March 2026, we will commence a test run of the 8-Megawatt Turbines at our Hydroelectric Generation Facility at Tiga Dam.

“To facilitate this technical exercise, the Left Side and Riverbed outlets of the dam will be temporarily closed.

“We want to assure the public that we do not expect any water shortages downstream. The closure of these outlets will be fully compensated by controlled water discharge through the newly activated 8-Megawatt turbines.

“However, we call on all water users—farmers, fishermen, and communities along the river course—to remain vigilant.

“Please report any unusual or adverse effects you might observe during this exercise to the nearest HJRBD office.

“The Hadejia Jama’are River Basin Development Authority remains committed to serving all water users with the utmost responsibility,” the statement indicated.