The Lagos House of Assembly has adopted the recommendations of its Joint Committee on Economic Planning and Budget; Energy and Mineral Resources in support of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s request for a solar-powered street lighting initiative.
The proposal seeks to replace existing public lighting infrastructure across the state with smart, all-in-one solar street light fittings, reports The Nation.
The project will be executed through an Irrevocable Standing Payment Order (ISPO) to LEDCO Limited and LUG Limited, with repayment secured via ISPO over a period of 36 months.
The request was originally submitted by the Commissioner for Finance, Mr. Abayomi Oluyomi and was subsequently referred to the Joint Committee for review.
Presenting the committee’s findings on the floor of the House, Chairman, Hon. Sa’ ad Lukman Olumoh disclosed that relevant commissioners and ministry ministry officials were invited to provide clarity on the project.
The transition to solar energy is expected to significantly reduce smoke emissions from diesel-powered streetlights and lower operational and maintenance costs.
The project aligns with the state’s smart city development agenda, promoting a more sustainable and efficient urban environment.
The Committee urged the Lagos State Electricity Board to ensure equitable distribution of the solar street lights across all parts of the state.
The project will be fully funded by the contractors, with repayment secured via ISPO.
The House directed the Clerk, Barr. Olalekan Onafeko, to transmit a clean copy of the bill to Governor Sanwo-Olu for assent.
The House adjourned proceedings until Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
The solar-powered street lighting initiative is expected to promote a more sustainable and efficient urban environment in Lagos State, while also reducing the state’s reliance on diesel-powered streetlights.
