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Gov. Alex Otti Announces Solar-Powered Bus Terminal as Electric Buses Begin Charging in Aba
By @TheKELVINATOR, The Eyes Opener News | October 31, 2026
Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has announced a significant milestone in the state’s drive towards sustainable transportation, disclosing that the solar mini-grid installed at the Nnenna Bus Terminal has been successfully energised, with electric buses already commencing charging at the facility.
Governor Otti made the announcement on Friday, October 30, 2026, during the October edition of his monthly media chat, tagged Governor Alex Otti Speaks to Abians.
The development marks another step in the Otti administration’s efforts to modernise public transportation infrastructure while embracing cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions to power its growing electric bus fleet.
The Governor expressed optimism that the charging infrastructure at the new bus terminal in Aba would also be completed and ready for use before the facility is officially commissioned.
He explained that his administration was committed to exploring alternative energy sources to support its transportation projects, stressing the importance of reducing total dependence on conventional public electricity supply.
The successful energisation of the solar mini-grid at the Nnenna Bus Terminal demonstrates the administration’s commitment to integrating renewable energy into its public transportation system, providing a more sustainable power solution for electric buses.
With electric buses already charging at the facility, Abia State is advancing towards a modern transport system supported by innovative energy infrastructure. The anticipated completion of charging facilities at the new Aba bus terminal is expected to further strengthen the state’s electric mobility network.
The initiative reflects Governor Otti’s broader vision of building a modern, efficient and environmentally sustainable transportation system that responds to the needs of Abians while positioning the state for a future increasingly powered by cleaner energy alternatives.