The Federal Government has unveiled plans to connect the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON), located in Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State, to the national electricity grid in a renewed effort to revive the long-dormant industrial facility.
The move is seen as a strategic step toward restoring full operations at the moribund plant, which has faced years of inactivity due to a combination of power supply challenges and ownership disputes. Linking ALSCON to the national grid is expected to address its long-standing energy needs and boost its potential to contribute to Nigeria’s industrial growth.
Government officials described the initiative as part of a broader plan to revitalize key industrial assets and enhance economic development in the region.
More details on the implementation timeline and expected capacity upgrades are expected in the coming weeks.
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