The Katsina State government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a French company, Ocean Solutions Energie, to develop hydroelectric power in the state. The MoU aligns with the Electricity Act of 2023 which decentralised energy solutions and integration of renewable sources into Nigeria's power grid. It is also in fulfillment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 7 on affordable and clean energy.
The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ibrahim Mohammed, in a statement issued Sunday, said the French company, which specialised in co-development of renewable energy projects in Africa, was represented by its chairman, Mr. Minkaila Salami. The statement said: “In line with these objectives, Governor Radda revealed plans to establish a mini hydroelectric power station as part of a pilot project.