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NSE Abak Branch Presents Roadmap for Sustainable Electricity Supply to Akwa Ibom Government

 




By Ifiokabasi Abia 

The Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Abak Branch, has called on the Akwa Ibom State Government to adopt a strategic, technology-driven, and investment-backed approach to achieving sustainable electricity supply across the state.


The recommendations were contained in a communiqué issued at the end of the Society’s general meeting held on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the Abak Library Hall, NSE Abak Branch Secretariat. The meeting featured a technical session delivered by Engr. Uduak Effiong Essien, a Chartered Electrical Engineer, on the theme “Sustainable Electricity Supply in Akwa Ibom State: Challenges and Opportunities.”


The session examined the current state of power supply in the state, identified critical challenges, and highlighted opportunities for achieving reliable, efficient, and environmentally friendly electricity access.


In the communiqué signed by the Branch Chairman, Engr. Nsikak Akpan, and the Secretary, Engr. Edidiong Udofia, the engineers noted that Akwa Ibom is endowed with significant renewable energy resources, especially solar and natural gas, which remain largely underutilized.


The Society observed widespread infrastructural decay, inadequate maintenance, and frequent vandalism of power facilities, all contributing to erratic supply and high technical losses. It also expressed concern over poor metering systems, estimated billing, low payment culture, and insufficient digital transformation within the electricity value chain.


The communiqué further highlighted gaps in technical manpower, weak regulatory enforcement, outdated technologies, and the appointment of unqualified personnel in critical operational positions.


Despite these challenges, NSE described the state as an investor-friendly environment with a growing public willingness to pay for steady electricity if service delivery improves.


The engineers proposed several strategic interventions to transform the state’s electricity landscape. They urged the government to increase investment in power infrastructure, create incentives for private-sector participation, and embrace renewable energy development through solar farms and off-grid systems. They also called for modernization of ageing infrastructure, the introduction of smart grid technologies, and regular maintenance of power systems.


Other recommendations included continuous capacity building for technical personnel, establishment of stronger regulatory frameworks, full metering coverage, promotion of local manufacturing of electrical components, and sustained public enlightenment on energy conservation and timely payment for electricity consumed.


The Society also recommended the creation of a State Electricity Development and Monitoring Committee to coordinate and oversee sustainable power initiatives involving government, engineers, academia, and private investors.


The NSE Abak Branch reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Akwa Ibom State Government with technical expertise and advisory services to achieve reliable and sustainable electricity supply for all citizens.

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