Reps threaten demolition of structures along power project routes
- ✦The statement read, “The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has threatened to remove illegal structures erected on Federal Government rights of way for power transmission projects being executed by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, warning that encroachment and vandalism are undermining investments in the power sector.” Other lawmakers on the inspection tour included Mark Obetta, Lanre Okunlola, Sani Rigo and Canice Moore Nwachukwu.
- The Chairman of the House Committee on Public Assets, Kuye Ademorin, said the National Assembly would take decisive action against illegal occupants of government land to prevent further delays to electricity infrastructure projects across the country.
- The facility is projected to add approximately 250 megawatts to electricity supply in Imo State and significantly improve power delivery to communities in the Orlu area.
- The statement read, “The House of Representatives Committee on Public Assets has threatened to remove illegal structures erected on Federal Government rights of way for power transmission projects being executed by the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, warning that encroachment and vandalism are undermining investments in the power sector.” Other lawmakers on the inspection tour included Mark Obetta, Lanre Okunlola, Sani Rigo and Canice Moore Nwachukwu.
The House of Representatives has threatened to demolish churches, hotels, and homes illegally built on routes for power transmission projects in Nigeria.
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What is the latest development regarding National Assembly of Nigeria?
The Chairman of the House Committee on Public Assets, Kuye Ademorin, said the National Assembly would take decisive action against illegal occupants of government land to prevent further delays to electricity infrastructure projects across the country.
Who are the key organizations or public figures mentioned?
The facility is projected to add approximately 250 megawatts to electricity supply in Imo State and significantly improve power delivery to communities in the Orlu area.
What timeline or key figures were confirmed?
According to a statement issued by the General Manager, Corporate Communication and External Relations of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company, Nazo Agim, on Friday, the committee discovered several buildings constructed along designated transmission routes, raising concerns about the safety and timely completion of the projects.
