Commissioner - Power & Public Utilities - Abia State - Nigeria
Umuahia, Nigeria
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31 Oct 2026: As part of our ongoing commitment to restore electricity supply to Ohafia, I undertook a routine inspection visit to the Ebem Injection Substation to assess the operational readiness of the facility for energization….More info to follow…
At @NEnergyofficial 2026, Abia highlighted its progress in establishing a state electricity market under the Abia State Electricity Law of 2025, with regulatory control transferring to ASERA from NERC on December 24, 2025.
With a focus on sustainable tariffs, investment, renewable energy, consumer protection, and improved service delivery, Abia aims to expand reliable electricity from the Geometric Power project in Aba to communities and businesses across all 17 LGAs.
Under Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, @alexottiofr the State is building a reliable, sustainable, and investment-driven electricity market to power growth and improve lives.
#NigeriaEnergy2026
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Yesterday at the Michael Okpara Auditorium, Umuahia, I had the honour of hosting our brilliant students who represented Abia State and Nigeria at the International Schools Debate Championship in Doha, Qatar 2026.
To recognize their outstanding achievement, we awarded ₦1 million each to the five debate champions, alongside special rewards to their officials and schools. In addition, the Alex Otti Foundation will sponsor the full education of Miss Esther Christian, the team captain, up to university level.
We also celebrated Miss Onyinyechi Okonkwo, winner of the National Essay Competition, with a ₦1 million prize, and extended support to Abia Model Basic Junior Secondary School, which produced the champions.
Our students brought home four trophies and twelve medals, defeating six countries and making Abia and Nigeria proud. This victory is proof that with the right investment, our education sector can soar to greater heights.
As I said: “This is in the DNA of Abia State. We celebrate people. When you do well, we celebrate you.”
Congratulations once again to our champions. You are the future we believe in, and together, we will continue to transform education in Abia State.
24 OCTOBER 2026: Routine Site Visit: Joined my team to inspect some projects.. #AbiaState #SolarEnergy #MPPU #CleanEnergy #SustainableDevelopment #Cleanwater #WASH #SDG6 #SDG7 #AIWAP
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The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) wishes to inform the public that at approximately 12:40 hours on Monday, 19 October 2026, the national grid experienced multiple trippings on the 330kV transmission network.
Following the incident, NISO, working with TCN,
POWERING THE FUTURE OF TRANSPORT IN ABIA: 2MW SOLAR MINI-GRID PROJECT AT NNENNA OTI BUS TERMINAL!
PROJECT: MICRO GRID SOLAR CARPORT POWER PROJECT
LOCATION: NNENNA OTI BUS TERMINAL
SOLAR PV CAPACITY: 1.85MWp
INVERTER CAPACITY: 1.5MW
BESS CAPACITY: 2.5MWh
Driven by the Abia State Government’s commitment to sustainable Energy development, work is underway to turn the vision of cleaner, smarter energy into reality.
The Ministry of Power and Public Utilities is advancing the installation of a solar mini-grid of up to 2 megawatts to power the bus terminal, charge electric buses, and provide commercial charging services for privately owned electric vehicles.
The initiative aims to reduce dependence on conventional grid electricity for charging, lower operating costs, and boost government revenue through sustainable energy solutions.
The project is in progress, and I’ll be taking you along every step of the way with updates on its development, milestones, and impact. Stay tuned!
Clean energy. Smarter transport. Increased revenue. A brighter future!
#NnennaOtiBusTerminal #SustainableDevelopment #SolarEnergy #Ministryofpowerandpublicutilities #AbiaState #CleanEnergy
ST-WASH PROJECT: PIPELINE INSTALLATION BEGINS AT UBAKALA WATER SCHEME
The laying of transmission pipelines has commenced at the Ubakala Water Scheme in Umuahia under the ST-WASH Project in line with @alexottiofr HIs Excellency’s…Abia Integrated WASH Accelerated Program (AIWAP), marking a significant step towards restoring reliable water supply to our people.
I visited the site to inspect the ongoing work and assess progress.
The project, in collaboration with Mercy Corps (transitioning to Prosper Global), aims to revitalise the water scheme and improve access to safe, reliable water for surrounding communities.
Restoring water. Renewing communities. 💧
#STWASH #AIWAP #UbakalaWaterScheme #WaterForAbia #AbiaState
On 4 October 2026, I paid an official visit to His Eminence, Engr. Dr. Eberechukwu Kanu Oji, Eze Aro IX, to strengthen collaboration between the State Government, traditional institutions and communities in protecting, maintaining and sustaining critical electricity and water infrastructure in Arochukwu and across Abia State.
The engagement focused on promoting community ownership, preventing infrastructure vandalism and supporting reliable access to essential public utilities.
Also, we inspected the ongoing rehabilitation of the Agbagwu Water Scheme to assess progress and reinforce the need for quality workmanship, timely completion and effective community participation.
Upon completion, the project is expected to improve access to potable water, enhance public health and support the socio-economic development of Arochukwu and the wider Abia State.
🇳🇬 Happy 66th Independence Anniversary, Nigeria!
The Ministry of Power & Public Utilities, Abia State, celebrates Nigeria @66.
May our nation continue to grow in unity, peace, sustainable development and prosperity, with reliable power and essential public utilities driving a stronger economy and a brighter future.
Happy Independence Day! 🇳🇬
— Ministry of Power & Public Utilities, Abia State
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16 Sep. 2026: I was pleased to join His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, Executive Governor of Abia State @alexottiofr, and other colleagues to welcome the British Deputy High Commissioner, Mr. Jonny Baxter and his team to Abia State.
Earlier, we welcomed the team from Gas Sync Ltd and NNPC Gas Marketing Limited (NGML) to discuss the South East Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Development Project.
The engagements explored opportunities for collaboration in investment, digital transformation, circular economy and electricity expansion.
Together, we are building a stronger and more prosperous Abia.
Yesterday 02 September 2026, I paid an official visit to the Commander, 14 Brigade, Nigerian Army - Ohafia, Brigadier General A.M. Dikko with the
aim to strengthen collaboration between the Ministry of Power & Public Utilities and the Nigerian Army on electricity restoration, power infrastructure protection and other projects within the Brigade’s area of responsibility.
The visit formed part of the Ministry’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders and security agencies to address challenges affecting reliable electricity supply and ensure steady power supply to the Barracks and surrounding communities as well sustainability of power infrastructure across Abia State.
I emphasized that the protection of electricity infrastructure is critical to achieving the State Government’s objective of improving power supply and supporting socioeconomic development in line with the mandate of His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti OFR @alexottiofr .
The effective collaboration between the Ministry, the Nigerian Army and other relevant stakeholders would help facilitate timely intervention whenever security or infrastructure-related challenges arise.
Speaking during the engagement the Brigade Commander warmly welcome me and expressed the Brigade’s readiness to collaborate with the Abia State Government through the Ministry of Power and Public Utilities in addressing electricity-related challenges within the barracks and environs.
The highlight of the engagement was a tour of ongoing and completed project sites within the barracks during which the Commissioner inspected power÷related infrastructures and other facilities requiring attention and possible collaboration.
Yesterday 27th August 2026, I had the honor to moderate the panel session during the Abia @35 anniversary public lecture with the Theme “The Rise of a New Abia: The Private Sector Perspective.”
The panel conversation followed a keynote lecture on Abia State at 35- The Rise of a new Abia presented by Forner Minister of Aviation and Aerospace, Chief Osita Chidoka OFR as the keynote speaker. He looked at the vision for the creation of the State from 1991, the journey so far and what has been done by the present administration led by Dr. Alex OTTi OFR @alexottiofr
The panelists provided candid and practical feedback from private sector perspectives on infrastructure, electricity, ease of doing business, access to finance, industrial development, skills, technology, public-private partnerships and investment opportunities.
The panel featured Prof Bath Nnaji (Chairman Geometric Power represented by the company CFO, Mrs Ngozi Ekeoma (MD Nepal Group) represented by Country Manager and Mr. Chinenye Mba-Uzoukwu (Principal Secretary and Chief Strategy Officer - Abia State Government)
Last weekend, I shared my experiences on transformational Leadership: with young people at the Abia Leadership Academy.
The Abia Leadership Academy is a youth empowerment initiative, set up by the Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti @alexottiofr to inspire Young People to Lead with Purpose, deepen the ideals of service, value creation and excellence amongst young people in the State.
I emphasized that effective leadership is about service, vision, integrity, competence and capacity to create positive change.
The young participants were to develop a clear vision for their future, continuously acquire knowledge and skills leveraging technology to be competent.
The future of Abia and Nigeria depends on young people who are prepared to lead with competence, character and capacity.
Finally, I charged the young people to dream boldly, serve selflessly, innovate continuously and become agents of transformational change in Abia State and the rest of the world…
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My office was delighted to receive the Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Brigadier-General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and his delegation in Abia State.
We are encouraged by his commendation of our efforts to make Abia a safe, peaceful, and welcoming environment for corps members. With over 8,800 corps members currently serving across all 17 LGAs, including a higher number of female participants, the NYSC has affirmed that Abia is a place of peace and opportunity.
We are glad about the ongoing renovations at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Umunna, Bende LGA, and the improvements in healthcare facilities across the State. With more than 340 NYSC healthcare professionals serving here, our commitment to strengthening primary healthcare remains firm.
As I announced earlier, the second phase of renovations at the Orientation Camp will begin immediately. We will continue to invest in the welfare of corps members and ensure Abia remains a model of safety, service, and progress.
August 11, 2026, Following the successful restoration of electricity to the Aba Ring-Fenced Area after several days of outage caused by gas supply disruptions, I joined His Excellency, The Executive Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR @alexottiofr to welcome
the management of Geometric Power (GPAL) led by Chairman Prof. Barth Nnaji, to his office.
During the meeting, the Governor commended GPAL for restoring electricity supply and expressed appreciation to residents, businesses, and electricity consumers for their patience and resilience throughout the outage. Discussions also focused on long-term measures to strengthen the reliability of power supply, including securing alternative gas sources and implementing redundancy and contingency arrangements to minimize future disruptions.
The Governor reaffirmed the Abia State Government's commitment to sustaining stable electricity as a key driver of economic growth and assured continued collaboration with Geometric Power and other stakeholders to build a more resilient power sector for the benefit of the people of Abia State.
