The Federal Government has given a contractor 14 months to install a new power transformer and transmission line expected to serve six local government areas in Osun State.
The project, located in Ila-Orangun, includes a 63MVA transformer and a 132kV double-circuit transmission line. The government handed over the site to the contractor on Tuesday.
The six beneficiary councils are Ila, Ifedayo, Boluwaduro, Boripe, Odo-Otin and Ifelodun. Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi, who represents Osun Central, facilitated the project.
The intervention is expected to address electricity supply problems in the area, where Fadeyi said residents had endured unstable power for 20 years.
The senator also disclosed plans to distribute 1,000 free prepaid meters in the first phase of a programme for residents.
20 years without stable electricity
Fadeyi said the project would allow Ila-Orangun to enjoy Band A electricity service after completion. Other beneficiary councils would also receive improved supply through additional connections.
“Power is very essential. In this area, for the past 20 years, we have not had stable electricity. But after the completion of this project, we will be on Band A and connected to a 33kV line,” he said.
He explained that the project began in 2024 and required two years to reach the site handover stage.
The senator credited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu with approving the project. He also acknowledged former Osun State Governor, Chief Adebisi Akande, for supporting the initiative.
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Fadeyi recognised the contributions of former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu and the current minister, Joseph Tegbe.
He said the contractor would begin full construction work the following week. He also announced plans to distribute forms for the free prepaid meters by December.
The first phase will cover 1,000 meters, with two other phases planned afterwards. The programme is intended to help residents benefit directly from the new electricity infrastructure.
Federal government sets contractor’s task
The Managing Director of the Federal Government of Nigeria Power Company, Kenny Anuwe, said the project should improve electricity delivery and bring practical benefits to residents.
His address was delivered by Leo Ogwu, the company’s Coordinator of Transmission Lines in Abuja.
Anuwe charged the contractor to maintain professional standards, demonstrate technical ability and complete the work within the approved 14-month period.
He also acknowledged Fadeyi’s contribution to securing the project and recognised the Transmission Company of Nigeria, contractors and consultants.
The site handover ceremony attracted traditional rulers, political leaders and government representatives from different parts of Osun State.
Among the monarchs present were the Orangun of Ila, Orangun of Oke-Ila, Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Aree of Iree, Oloyan of Oyan and Oluresi.
Other traditional institutions represented included the Olona of Ada, Alagba of Aagba, Kabiyesi of Igbajo, Owa of Otan, Akesin of Ora and Asoni of Ora.
The traditional ruler of Ororuwo, Eburu of Iba, Alasi, Asaba, Oloku and Oninisha also attended.
The traditional ruler of Eko-Ende, Akinriun-in-Council led by the Essa of Ikirun, and Ajaba were also represented.
WHAT READERS SHOULD KNOW
The new facility will include a 63MVA transformer and a 132kV double-circuit transmission line. These are the main electricity infrastructure components covered by the project.
The senator also mentioned a 33kV connection for Ila-Orangun as part of the planned electricity improvement.
Band A electricity service is the level Fadeyi said Ila-Orangun would enjoy after the project. He also said the other five councils would receive improved electricity supply.
The prepaid meter programme has three planned phases, with 1,000 meters allocated to the first phase. Residents are expected to complete forms before benefiting from the free distribution.
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