Oyo Gets 17.7MW Mini-grid Projects as FG Expands Solar Energy Access
• Again, power minister rules out electricity tariff hike Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, yesterday announced the commencement of five interconnected mini-grid projects with a
The Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, inaugurated five interconnected mini-grid projects in Oyo State, boasting a combined capacity of 17.7 megawatts, during its groundbreaking ceremony. The projects, designed to enhance electricity access in Akinyele, Ido, Ibadan North, Egbeda, and Lagelu Local Government Areas, also incorporate a 17.74-megawatt battery energy storage system.
This initiative is part of the federal government's broader Renewed Hope Agenda to expand electricity access nationwide. The projects are supported by the Rural Electrification Agency, Paras Energy, Natural Resources Development Limited, the World Bank, and the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company.
Tegbe dismissed rumors of a potential electricity tariff increase, emphasizing the government's commitment to providing round-the-clock electricity supply. The priority lies in three energy zones: the Lagos-Ogun corridor, the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano corridor, and the Benin-Enugu-Port Harcourt corridor. The minister also outlined plans to strengthen the national grid across eastern and western corridors, including strategic locations such as Funtua, Kainji, Gwagwalada, Gombe, Makurdi, Ajaokuta, Ikot Ekpene, Benin, and Egbin.
The successful completion of the mini-grid projects is expected to boost livelihoods and create economic opportunities for residents in the beneficiary communities. Tegbe praised the contributions of various partners, including the REA, project developer, World Bank, and local stakeholders, while commending the Olubadan of Ibadanland for his support in realizing the project.
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