The Federal Government has commissioned four transmission substations in Kano State, adding 544MW in electricity wheeling capacity to strengthen power supply to industrial, commercial and residential areas.
The projects were delivered by the Federal Ministry of Power through the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), in partnership with the Kano State Government.
The substations are located in Walalambe, Kumbotso, Dakata and Dan-Agundi, with the upgrades expected to ease pressure on overloaded facilities, improve electricity distribution and accommodate previously unmet demand.
At Walalambe, the government commissioned a new 80MW-capacity substation equipped with two 40MVA transformers.
Kumbotso received additional transmission infrastructure comprising a 300MVA installation at the 330kV level and 100MVA transformers, while Dakata and Dan-Agundi each gained an additional 100MVA transformer at the 132kV level.
According to the ministry, the investments are expected to improve bulk electricity supply across Kano and support the state’s industrial and commercial activities.
At Walalambe, six outgoing feeders are designed to supply the Tokarawa Industrial Area, the Eastern Bypass, Maiduguri Road, Hadejia Road and adjoining communities.
The projects have also facilitated the reconnection of Lee Group, a major industrial enterprise, to the national grid after more than 30 years of operating off-grid.
Similarly, the Dan-Agundi substation, which was damaged by fire, has regained substantial capacity to serve Kano’s ancient town, the Emir’s Palace and surrounding communities.
The government said the infrastructure upgrades would provide more reliable electricity for manufacturers, small businesses and households, while supporting employment generation and improved economic activities across the state.
The projects form part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which the Federal Government says is aimed at strengthening the power sector and turning infrastructure investments into economic opportunities.
The administration maintains that improved transmission infrastructure is essential to expanding electricity access, supporting industrial growth and driving national development.