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PREMISES OF ABA GEOMETRIC POWER STATION ON FIRE

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PREMISES OF ABA GEOMETRIC POWER STATION ON FIRE

Fire engulfed the premises of Geometric Power, operators of Aba Power, Nigeria’s newest electricity distribution company (DisCo), in the early hours of Monday morning.

A statement issued by the Geometric Power Management confirmed the incident.

The Disco noted that the fire outbreak occurred at a temporary building in the premises located in the Osisioma Industrial Layout, Aba, Abia State.

“The building was used by a defunct South African electricity firm known as Group 5 during the construction of facilities in the integrated power company and has been of little use in over 12 years,” the statement said.

It added: “Though the cause of the fire has yet to be determined, it was contained by the Geometric Power staff before the arrival of the Abia State Fire Service which responded promptly to the emergency call.

“Geometric Power management commends its staff members for their vigilance and gallant efforts in containing the fire and the Abia State Fire Service for its swift response and professionalism.

“The management also appreciates members of the public for their concern and support.”

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    DONS EZE, PhD, Political Philosopher and Journalist of over four decades standing, worked in several newspaper houses across the country, and rose to the positions of Editor and General Manager. A UNESCO Fellow in Journalism, Dr. Dons Eze, a prolific writer and author of many books, attended several courses on Journalism and Communication in both Nigeria and overseas, including a Postgraduate Course on Journalism at Warsaw, Poland; Strategic Communication and Practical Communication Approach at RIPA International, London, the United Kingdom, among others.

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