CNG Mega Conversion Centre Nears Completion in Jigawa
By: Ahmed Aminu, Dutse
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Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has expressed satisfaction with the level of work at the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) conversion centre under construction at Limawa in Dutse.
The project, which is over 90 per cent completed, is expected to be the first and largest of its kind in Northern Nigeria.
Namadi spoke with reporters during an inspection visit to the site as part of activities marking Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary.
He commended the contractors and officials of the Ministry of Power and Renewable Energy for adhering strictly to the bill of quantities, terms and contractual conditions.
Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Engr. Suraja Musa, who conducted the governor round the facility, said installation works had been completed and the centre would soon begin test operations.
Reflecting on the Independence anniversary, Governor Namadi said Nigeria, at 65, must prioritise policies and projects that consolidate progress and secure a prosperous future.
He stressed that true independence should reflect in initiatives that directly improve citizens’ lives, develop human capital and drive economic growth.
The governor also inspected other ongoing projects, including mass housing units in Birnin Kudu, the Garu Road expansion in Dutse, a modern skills acquisition centre in Limawa, and a renewable energy conversion facility.
He reaffirmed that youth empowerment and job creation remain central to his administration’s agenda, disclosing plans to partner with the Dangote Group to expand employment opportunities.
