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The Lagos State Government has announced plans to generate an additional 2,000 megawatts of embedded electricity through partnerships with private investors as part of efforts to improve power supply across the state.

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Eko Hot Blog reports that the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this during the ministerial press briefing marking the second year of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s second term in office.

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According to Ogunleye, residents may begin to experience improvements in electricity supply from some of the embedded power projects within the next six to 12 months.

He explained that the state government is currently working closely with several energy providers and investors to expand electricity generation and distribution within Lagos.

“Don’t be surprised if in the next few days we are announcing that some batteries are deployed and generating power for Lagos,” he said.

The commissioner noted that the government’s role is focused on creating an enabling environment for private sector participation rather than directly operating power plants.

“We are working with various providers with the target of ensuring embedded power generation within the Lagos environment. We cannot continue to depend entirely on the federal government. We must have a stable and productive Lagos,” Ogunleye stated.

He stressed that reliable electricity remains critical to economic growth and development, adding that opportunities for residents and businesses cannot be fully maximised without stable power supply.

As part of its infrastructure expansion plans, the state is also facilitating the right-of-way for a 132KV bulk transmission line stretching from Ajah through Eleko Junction to Alaro City to support industrial activities along the Lekki corridor.

Ogunleye revealed that the project would also include a parallel gas pipeline to strengthen power and gas supply for industries and residents in the area.

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He further disclosed that the government had rehabilitated about 37.7 kilometres of 132KV power lines across Badagry, Epe, and other strategic locations to improve electricity network reliability and connectivity.

Speaking on renewable energy, the commissioner clarified reports suggesting that Lagos residents must obtain permits before installing solar systems.

According to him, the government has not introduced compulsory permits for solar installation but is insisting that installers must be certified to prevent substandard jobs that could endanger lives and property.

“Nobody in this administration authorised anyone to say that if you want to install solar, you must obtain a Lagos State permit. What we are saying is that those installing solar systems must be certified so they do not defraud residents or cause fire outbreaks,” he explained.

He linked several recent fire incidents in the state to faulty electrical and solar installations, warning that government could not ignore the risks associated with unsafe practices.

Ogunleye also confirmed that work on the Lagos Independent System Operator was progressing in collaboration with the federal government and other stakeholders, noting that the initiative would help strengthen electricity market operations and improve power delivery in the state.

“We are not sleeping on it. In the next few days, there will be further announcements showing that Lagos electricity market reforms are taking off,” he added.