The federal government has approved key electricity intervention projects in Ekiti under the National Integrated Power Project (NIPP) to strengthen and expand power supply across the state.

The state Commissioner for Infrastructure and Public Utilities, Mobolaji Aluko, said this in a statement in Ado-Ekiti on Tuesday.

According to him, the projects include the extension of a four-kilometre, 33kV power line from CBN Junction, Ado-Ekiti, to Iyin-Ekiti.

He added that they also involve the extension of a six-kilometre, 11kV line from Ayoba Junction, Government House, to the Ekiti State Water Corporation, Technical College, Ado-Ekiti, and the Technology Incubation Centre.

The commissioner explained that the projects were approved by the management of the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC).

He noted that this followed Governor Biodun Oyebanji’s formal request for federal intervention to address key challenges in the state’s electricity infrastructure.

Mr Aluko said the intervention would cover both transmission and distribution upgrades.

He emphasised that the projects were expected to significantly improve electricity supply to homes, businesses, schools, and water facilities, thereby boosting economic activities and enhancing residents’ quality of life.

The commissioner further revealed that the Ekiti government would soon formally hand over the project sites to enable Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors to mobilise and commence construction without delay.

“The approval of these projects is a product of the strong collaboration between Governor Biodun Oyebanji and the federal government to advance Ekiti State’s development agenda.

“The governor remains committed to providing a stable and reliable power supply as a catalyst for industrial growth, job creation, and improved service delivery,” Mr Aluko stated.

He assured stakeholders and host communities of the state government’s full cooperation to ensure smooth implementation and timely completion of the projects for the benefit of all Ekiti residents.

(NAN)