In its quest to overcome the challenges of energy supply, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has commissioned a 57.6kw solar power infrastructure at its Corporate Headquarters in Abuja.
The Director General of NHIA, Prof Mohammed Sambo says there was the need for uninterrupted electricity supply in the rapidly expanding health insurance ecosystem.
He noted that meeting the needs of insured Nigerians cannot be achieved without reliable power supply.
Prof. Sambo also noted that the cost of providing electricity through diesel-powered plants was becoming intolerably high, and that renewal and clean energy has become a globally embraced standard.
He said that the project would be expanded beyond the present scope, as provision has been made for similar installations in the ongoing various office accommodation infrastructures embarked upon by the Authority.
Speaking earlier, the Acting General Manager, Information Communication and Technology (ICT) (NHIA), Mr. Joseph Amakurugbonwo listed the peculiarities of the project to include: renewal power generation, uninterrupted electricity supply, green energy with zero noise and air pollution, zero power surges or fluctuations that could damage sensitive office equipment and control over electricity with resultant significant reduction in overhead costs.
According to Amakurugbonwo at expansion, excess power could be supplied to neighbouring communities and the National Grid as may be allowed by relevant legislations.
The Authority has developed high technology digital infrastructure nationwide as part of efforts to automate its services.
