Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Oyo State Government has issued a formal clarification in response to recent statements by the Honourable Minister of Power, Chief Bayo Adelabu, regarding the status of power projects in the state. According to Prof. Dahud K. Shangodoyin, Honourable Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, the purpose of the statement is to provide accurate information to the public and correct misrepresentations.
The government confirmed that the 11 MW Independent Power Project was completed and partially operational. Approximately 5 MW was commissioned and supplied electricity to critical facilities at the Agodi Secretariat during a testing phase lasting about five months. The State Government emphasized that the project was carried out under a Power Purchase Agreement and was fully funded by private investors. Payments made by the government were for electricity consumed during the testing period and did not cover project execution. Limitations in service were attributed not only to generation capacity but also to gaps in distribution infrastructure, which restricted the supply of electricity beyond government facilities to areas such as Bodija and Total Garden. Efforts are ongoing to address these structural and commercial challenges with project partners to expand access to residential and commercial areas.
The statement also highlighted progress on the 12 MW Ibadan Independent Power Gas Project, which is being developed as a more sustainable and scalable energy solution. Civil works, generator base construction, and supporting infrastructure are significantly advanced, while transmission infrastructure is being expanded with poles and distribution fittings across key parts of Ibadan. This project is intended to provide electricity not only to government institutions but also to strategic public facilities, street lighting, and wider economic clusters, representing a shift toward a structured, integrated electricity solution for the state.
The Oyo State Government stressed that the Honourable Minister’s statements were inaccurate and did not reflect the actual status of power developments within the state. While constructive criticism is welcomed, the government emphasized that it must be based on verified facts. The statement reaffirmed the state’s commitment to advancing reliable and scalable electricity solutions and ensuring that public information accurately represents ongoing initiatives in Oyo State.
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