The Federal Government has revealed the initiation of testing at the 700-megawatt Zungeru Hydroelectric Power Plant, heralding a crucial step towards integrating its electricity output into the national grid. The $1.3 billion project, situated in Niger State, has been connected to the grid, dispelling earlier claims to the contrary.Adebayo Adelabu, the Minister of Power, emphasized the significance of the project, noting its capacity to generate 700MW, positioning it as Nigeria\'s second-largest hydroelectric facility after the Kainji Dam. He elaborated on its location near Zungeru in Niger State, underscoring its potential to supply 2.64 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, catering to nearly 10% of the country\'s energy demands.The Minister highlighted the involvement of Chinese consortium firms, Sinohydro Corporation Limited and China National Electric Engineering Company, in the plant\'s construction. Beyond electricity generation, the project encompasses flood control, irr
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