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From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa
Bayelsa State and Jampur Group, a company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up renewable energy (solar power) and smart metering production plants in the state.
Speaking during the event in Government House, Yenagoa, Governor Douye Diri, who expressed delight over the $3m investment, which would be financed solely by the conglomerate, described it as a reputable firm with a track record of achievements nationally and internationally.
Senator Diri said the project would not only serve Bayelsa, but also the Niger Delta, Nigeria, and even the Gulf of Guinea.
He stated that when completed, the factories would make solar panels and smart meters available in the state and end frequent trips by Nigerians outside the country in search of the items.
The governor disclosed that Jampur was responsible for the supply and installation of the 60MW gas turbines recently procured by the state government, stressing that the introduction of smart meters would end frequent clashes between power consumers and suppliers, as those who fail to pay would be automatically disconnected.
He charged the Ministry of Power to ensure that youths of the state were actively involved in the establishment of the factories and given the necessary training to participate actively in the power sector.
