The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun has commended the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) for its impactful initiatives across rural communities in the country.
Mr. Edun gave the commendation during a meeting with the Agency’s Managing Director, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, at the Federal Ministry of Finance Headquarters in Abuja.
While briefing the Minister on the agency’s progress in advancing Nigeria’s electrification projects, the REA boss presented a comprehensive overview of REA’s successful projects, showcasing the transformative power of electrification in communities across Nigeria.
The meeting, further provided the opportunity for the Managing Director to present photographic evidence of power plants established at key institutions across the country, including the Universities of Abuja, Maiduguri, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Federal University Gashua, Yobe, The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and the Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna, among others.
The Director, Information and Public Relations of the Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga, in a statement said, the Minister commended the REA for its remarkable efforts and highlighted the importance of raising public awareness about the agency’s work as well as its positive impact on communities
With the Rural Electrification Agency’s remarkable achievements, Nigeria is poised to witness a significant leap in economic growth and development. HM Edun’s recognition of REA’s efforts underscores the importance of electrification in empowering communities and driving progress.
As REA continues to illuminate Nigeria’s future, the country can expect improved livelihoods, increased economic opportunities, and a brighter tomorrow
