Electricity: Gov. Oyebanji partners REA to light up Ekiti communities 

By David Usman 

The governor of Ekiti state, Biodun Oyebanji has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Rural Electrification Agency, REA, to light up various communities that have battled black out in the state.

Biodun Oyebanji who made this known in a statement signed and made available through his official X-handle vowed to ensure sustainable electricity across unserved and underserved communities in Ekiti State.

The statement reads in part: “I had the honour of signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to expand access to sustainable electricity across unserved and underserved communities in Ekiti State. 

“This collaboration is a major step in our mission to light up homes, energise businesses, strengthen rural economies, and improve the quality of life for our people.

“Electricity remains essential for development. Our efforts are focused on powering communities, creating jobs, and unlocking opportunities for growth. 

“Since assuming office, we have invested over four billion naira in electricity infrastructure, reconnecting more than 40 towns to the national grid and easing the burden on entrepreneurs and households across the state.

“We have also reduced the metering gap by 80 percent through the deployment of prepaid meters, helping eliminate unfair billing practices. 

“Our Independent Power Project currently supplies 2.6MW to key government facilities, while solar infrastructure continues to be installed in general hospitals, health centres, and public schools to support critical services.

“This partnership with REA will help scale our efforts, attract private capital, and support our goal of achieving 120MW of available power by 2030. 

“I appreciate the REA team for their commitment and support, and I reaffirm my administration’s determination to ensure that every part of Ekiti has access to reliable electricity” he stated.