Lakes State tests first electricity project
Wednesday, 09 May 2012 04:45 Lagu Francis Economy >>> . Ministry of Physical Infrastructure in Lakes state has tested the long awaited electricity supply system in the state capital, Rumbek. The testing of state electricity was attended by state government officials and a team of electricians from an Egyptian company, working on installation of electricity in Rumbek. Speaking during testing ceremony on Tuesday, the state minister of Physical Infrastructure, Adak Costa Mapuor said state citizens now have a chance to enjoy lighting. "Today is the great day we are going to see the light. It is just our traditional way of doing things here in Lakes state". "When there is something new, we must bring a bull, slaughter and a big person in the area should come and witness that it is blessing of the electricity". The minister said the electricity supply in the state is just the beginning of development and assured the residents of its continuity. Governor engineer Chol Tong Mayay on his part urged the citizens to use the electricity with efficiently, pleding to introduce with more development projects. "I am really privileged today to touch the nob of this engine. To switch it on as a governor is very big privilege. We have to give a special thanks to Egyptian government and particularly the EPS Company". The Electric power system engineer, Anwar Ali Haiba said that company will still continue to monitor the power station until it is offcially handed over to the State government. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "South Sudan Info - The Kob" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/SouthSudanKob?hl=en.
