The
damaged Forcados Export Plant, which is the main cause of the worsening power
outage being experienced by Nigerians, will not be completely repaired till
May, the office of the Vice President has indicated.
The
plant was sabotaged by militants suspected to be sympathetic to the fugitive
ex-Niger Delta militant, Government Ekpemupolo.
According
to a statement on Sunday by his spokesperson, Laolu Akande, Vice President Yemi
Osinbajo visited the plant in Delta State where he sought expedited action on
the repairs.
“The
damage done to Forcados affects our oil earnings but also as important is the
power aspect. It (Forcados)-is a major source of gas, about 40% of our gas
supply is affected leading to the problem of power supply in the country,” Mr.
Osinbajo was quoted as saying.
“The
damage done to Forcados terminal is the chief reason for the poor power supply
that has affected the country recently,” he added.
Mr.
Osinbajo was, however, told that although the repairs had started, they would
not be concluded until May. He was also briefed on palliative measures to
provide gas to the affected power plants.
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