- The House of Representatives has ordered an investigation into the Karu 132/33KV Substation in Abuja due to safety concerns and its sinking condition.
- Lawmakers have urged the immediate relocation of the substation to prevent potential risks to residents and improve the electricity supply in the Federal Capital Territory.
The House of Representatives has ordered an immediate investigation into the status of the Karu 132/33KV Substation located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. Additionally, the House called on the Federal Ministry of Power and other relevant government agencies to facilitate the immediate relocation of the substation.
The motion, “Need to Investigate the Functionality Status of the Karu 132/33KV Substation to Meet the Electricity Demands of the Federal Capital Territory,” was sponsored by Hon. Agbedi Yeitiemone Frederick.
During the session, the House highlighted that the Nigerian government constructed the Karu substation with funding from a loan provided by the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank as part of the National Energy Development Project (NEDP). The project’s primary goal was to stabilize the FCT’s power supply and enhance the national grid’s efficiency through collaboration with the World Bank.
However, the House expressed serious concerns about the substation’s deteriorating condition. It was revealed that the site is gradually sinking, causing dysfunction and presenting a risk of collapse, which could lead to a potential disaster. Furthermore, the House noted that the substation is situated in a residential area, posing a significant threat to the health and safety of residents and their properties.
In light of these dangers, the House stressed the urgency of relocating the substation to serve the electricity needs of the FCT better and avoid any further risks. The motion was put to a voice vote and received unanimous support from the members. The Speaker subsequently directed the Committee on Power to investigate the situation and submit a report within four weeks for further legislative action.