Eleko Power Project Gains Momentum as Leaders Inspect Site
Atume Terfa
Hope for a stable electricity supply in Ibeju-Lekki brightened on Thursday as key government officials inspected the proposed site of a new power station in Eleko, pledging to end years of erratic power supply that has hampered businesses and community life.
The high-powered delegation included Hon. Adebayo “Bayo” Balogun, Member of the House of Representatives; Hon. Okanlawon Abiola Olowu, Special Adviser to the Lagos State Governor on Minerals and Energy Resources; and Hon. Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government. They were accompanied by technical experts from the Lagos State Ministry of Power and Energy, who assessed the site’s terrain, environmental suitability, and connectivity potential to existing distribution networks.
Balogun, who represents Ibeju-Lekki Federal Constituency, described the project as “a game-changer for our people”, noting that stable power would drive industrial growth, reduce reliance on generators, and create opportunities for small businesses. Hon. Olowa echoed this, stressing that the state government’s energy reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda were designed to bridge critical gaps in underserved communities like Eleko.
For years, residents of Ibeju-Lekki — particularly Eleko and surrounding communities — have grappled with prolonged outages, often depending on expensive alternatives. Reports have linked the problem to overstretched facilities like the Ajah substation and the absence of a dedicated local power station.
The proposed Eleko power project seeks to change that narrative. It aligns with ongoing state and federal efforts, including the “Light-Up Ibeju-Lekki” solar initiative and a Memorandum of Understanding between the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC) and Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) to supply 300 megawatts of power to the region.
For the Community, the project means
Infrastructure Upgrade: A dedicated power station will ease pressure on Ajah’s substation and shorten feeder lines, reducing frequent trips and outages.
Economic Boost: Reliable electricity will attract industries, support micro and small businesses, and cut the high costs of generator usage.
Social Impact: Improved power supply is expected to enhance healthcare delivery, education, and the general quality of life.
Environmental Safeguards: Officials confirmed that environmental and land ownership considerations are being factored into the planning.
According to Hon. Olowa, the project is more than just an energy facility — it is “a promise of a brighter, more sustainable future for Eleko and the wider Ibeju-Lekki corridor.”
If completed, the Eleko power station could become a milestone in Lagos’ broader energy strategy, anchoring both industrial expansion in the Lekki Free Zone and the growth of residential communities.
