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NISO STRENGTHENS SYSTEM OPERATORS’ CAPACITY FOR SAFE, RELIABLE GRID OPERATIONS
By Pan Afric Reporters The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has commenced the second phase of its capacity development programme for system operators, aimed at strengthening the technical competence and operational readiness required for the safe, secure and reliable management of Nigeria’s national electricity grid. Declaring the training open, the MD/CEO of NISO, Engr. Abdu Bello Mohammed, said continuous capacity development was essential to equipping system operators to manage the increasing complexities of the power system and respond effectively to changing operational conditions. He stressed that NISO’s responsibilities as an independent system operator require technical competence, sound judgement, discipline, teamwork and a strong commitment to safety. He added that the programme was designed to promote a common operational culture anchored on professionalism, integrity, neutrality, reliability and continuous improvement. The MD/CEO urged participants to deepen their knowledge of the Grid Code, describing it as a fundamental standard guiding the responsibilities of system operators. He also encouraged active participation and knowledge-sharing, noting that the ultimate objective was to translate the training into improved operational performance across NISO’s control centres. He assured that NISO would continue to invest in its system operators, noting that modern technologies could only deliver their full potential when supported by competent and well-trained professionals. Also speaking, the Executive Director, System Operations, Engr. Nafisatu Ali, highlighted the critical role of system operators in independently and transparently operating, monitoring, coordinating and managing the national grid for safe, secure and economical electricity delivery....
