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Edo State grants licences for 100MW power project, targets December completion

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Edo State has issued transmission and distribution licences to CCETC Ogua Energy Limited for a 100-megawatt power project.
  • The project in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area is targeted for completion and commissioning by the end of 2026.
  • The state government expressed confidence in the project's progress, with major milestones expected by October 2026, and offered timeline extensions if unforeseen challenges arise.

The Edo State Government has officially issued transmission and distribution licences to CCETC Ogua Energy Limited, signaling a significant step towards the completion of a 100-megawatt power project. The project, located in the Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area, is now firmly on track for commissioning by the end of 2026.

The expectation is that CCETC Ogua Energy Limited will complete the remaining phase of the 100-megawatt power project in Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area and proceed to commissioning by the end of 2026.

— Paul UsenboStating the projected completion timeline for the power project.

Paul Usenbo, the state Commissioner for Power, announced the development, expressing confidence in the project's timely completion. He highlighted that the first phase of the 100MW power project successfully met its key prerequisites and timelines, concluding in July 2026. Throughout this phase, relevant government bodies provided continuous technical guidance and regulatory support, ensuring the developers adhered to all required standards and conditions.

With the first phase concluded, the project's focus has shifted to the second and final phase. Usenbo stated that the expectation is for CCETC Ogua Energy Limited to finalize this remaining phase and proceed to commissioning by the close of 2026. The state government anticipates that most major project milestones will be substantially achieved by October 2026, provided no unforeseen challenges or regulatory hurdles emerge.

The state government has also issued transmission and distribution licences to the company as the state expects the project will be completed this year.

— Paul UsenboConfirming the issuance of crucial licences and the state's expectation for completion.

Usenbo assured the project developers that the state government would consider an extension of the timeline if significant challenges impede the completion schedule, potentially moving the deadline to the first quarter of 2027 if necessary. Despite this possibility, the commissioner remains optimistic, citing the substantial work already completed and the ongoing installation of power-generation equipment. He expressed confidence that the generation machines currently being delivered will be installed and operational within the projected timeframe.

If there are any challenges faced by this project, I will give an extension of time.

— Paul UsenboOffering assurance of flexibility regarding the project's completion deadline.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.

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