FG BEGINS 63MVA TRANSFORMER PROJECT TO BOOST POWER SUPPLY IN SIX OSUN LGAS
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By: Hammad Fasasi
The Federal Government has officially handed over the site for the installation of a 63MVA power transformer and an accompanying 132kV double-circuit transmission line in Ila-Orangun, Osun State, to the contractor.
The project, facilitated by the senator representing Osun Central, Olubiyi Fadeyi, is expected to be completed within 14 months and improve electricity supply across six local government areas in the state.
Speaking at the symbolic handover ceremony on Tuesday, the Managing Director of the Federal Government of Nigeria Power Company, Kenny Anuwe, said the project marked another important step in the government’s efforts to strengthen the country’s electricity transmission infrastructure and improve power delivery.
Anuwe, whose address was delivered by the Coordinator of Transmission Lines, Abuja, Leo Ogwu, stressed the need for the project to deliver meaningful improvements to residents’ lives.
He urged the contractor to maintain professionalism, technical competence and commitment to the approved completion timeline.
He said, “This important occasion marks the official handover of the site for the installation of a 63MVA power transformer and the associated 132kV double-circuit transmission line.
“The installation of this 63MVA transformer and the associated transmission line is a strategic investment in expanding our transmission infrastructure. It is expected to enhance transformation capacity, improve network flexibility, accommodate growing electricity demand and contribute to improved power supply within Ila-Orangun and neighbouring communities.
“Beyond its technical significance, this project represents an investment in economic growth, industrial development and an improved quality of life for our people. Quality assurance, compliance with engineering specifications, and strict adherence to health, safety and environmental standards must remain non-negotiable throughout the execution period.”
Anuwe also commended Fadeyi for facilitating the project, acknowledging the contributions of the Transmission Company of Nigeria, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders towards its commencement.
Speaking with journalists at the event, Fadeyi appreciated President Bola Tinubu for approving the project and acknowledged the role played by former Osun State Governor, Adebisi Akande, in ensuring its realisation.
He explained that the project would benefit six local government areas: Ila, Ifedayo, Boluwaduro, Boripe, Odo-Otin and Ifelodun.
According to him, residents of the benefiting communities are expected to enjoy improved electricity supply, with the areas moving to Band A classification and receiving more than 20 hours of electricity daily after the project is completed.
Fadeyi recalled that the initiative began in 2024 and took two years to reach the implementation stage, adding that former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and the current minister, Joseph Tegbe, contributed to its progress.
He said, “We started this journey in 2024, and it took us two years to get to this point. The former Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, and the current Minister, Joseph Tegbe, were tremendously helpful. Also, our father, Chief Bisi Akande, endorsed the project, and he ensured that he did his best for the project to materialise.
“This is a mega project, and it is going to take a 14-month duration, after which Ila-Orangun will be on Band A upon completion.
“We will also have substation injection in other areas. So, all six local governments, Ila, Ifedayo, Boripe, Boluwaduro, Ifelodun and Odo-Otin, will start to enjoy electricity fully in the next 14 months. Power is very essential. In this area, in the past 20 years, we have had no stable electricity, but after the completion of this project, we will be on Band A, and we will be on a 33kV line.
“I want to give kudos to Mr President for the approval of this project. By next week, work will start fully on the project. By December, we will give out forms to our constituents to fill in order for them to get free prepaid meters. The first phase will be 1,000 prepaid meters. We will also have the second and third phases.”
He added that free prepaid meters would be distributed to beneficiaries in phases, with the first phase covering 1,000 meters.
In separate remarks, the Orangun of Oke Ila, Oba Adedokun Abolarin, and the Aragbiji of Iragbiji, Oba Abdulrosheed Olabomi, praised Fadeyi and the Federal Government for the initiative and urged all stakeholders to ensure its timely completion.
Oba Abolarin said reliable electricity would significantly improve the livelihoods of artisans and other residents across the six benefiting local government areas.
He also called on the relevant stakeholders to ensure that the project was delivered within the stipulated period and in line with the expected standards.
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