PHOTOS: Enugu Gov, Peter Mbah Signs Electricity Bill Into Law

Enugu State to generate its own electricity as the state Governor, Peter Mbah, on Friday signed the state electricity bill into law.

Speaking while signing the bill at the government house, Mbah described it as a major step towards economic growth and investment in the state’s electricity sector.

He said the quest by his administration to build Enugu’s economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion cannot be realised without a stable power supply.

“Today, I signed into law, the Enugu State Electricity Bill. This is a major step towards the growth of our economy and making our state the ideal destination for investment, business, tourism, and living.

“Since electricity is now on the concurrent list, this Law will enable us to play in all the value chain of the electricity industry.

“It will ensure that Enugu State has her own electricity market, to be able to function in the generation, transmission, and distribution segments of the market, because without regular power supply, industry or private sector investment would not thrive.

“My administration’s goal to grow Enugu State’s economy from $4.4 billion to $30 billion would translate to a pipe dream without adequate and stable power supply, hence the need for the Electricity Law.

“I therefore commend the leadership and members of the House of Assembly for the expeditious passage of the Bill, and for their partnership with my government for the good of Enugu State,” the Governor said in a statement obtained by VerseNews.

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