By Isiaka Mustapha, Editor-in-Chief, People’s Security Monitor

The Gombe State Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), CC Mohammed Inuwa Usman, mni, on Saturday, October 17, 2026, joined Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya at the commissioning of a one megawatt (MW) solar mini-grid project in Tallase, Balanga Local Government Area of the state.

The event formed part of the governor’s engagements across Gombe South, which also included a groundbreaking ceremony in Kaltungo and Akko Local Government Areas for a 16MW multi-community solar interconnection and grid expansion programme.

The governor also unveiled a 4MW solar mini-grid project designed to improve electricity supply, strengthen security and support economic activities across the benefiting communities.

The NSCDC commandant accompanied the governor during the activities, underscoring the Corps’ role in protecting critical national assets and infrastructure, particularly power installations and other essential facilities.

Usman commended the state government’s investment in renewable energy, noting that improved electricity supply could support businesses, enhance community development and contribute to a safer environment.

He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to providing adequate security for critical national assets and infrastructure across Gombe State, assuring the government and residents of its continued support in safeguarding the projects against vandalism and other security threats.

The activities highlighted the importance of collaboration between the state government and security agencies in protecting public infrastructure and ensuring that investments in the power sector deliver lasting benefits to residents.