The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has commended the recent transfer of the electricity regulatory oversight by the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) to the Ekiti State Electricity Regulatory Bureau.
In a statement on Friday, the Special Adviser (Media) to the Ekiti State governor, Yinka Oyebode said the NGF made the commendation in a congratulatory letter signed by its Director General, Asishana Okauru, recently.
Oyebode said the NGF described the electricity regulatory transfer as one of the noteworthy achievements of Governor Oyebanji in the state power sector.
According to Oyebode, the NGF hailed Governor Oyebanji for his dedication, hard work and unwavering commitment to the service of the state having made a positive and immeasurable impact on the lives of its people.
Oyebode quoted Okauru as saying, “On behalf of the Nigeria Governors Forum secretariat, we congratulate you on the signing of the Order of Transfer of Regulatory Oversight of the Electricity Market in Ekiti State. This is a significant milestone in your term as Governor of Ekiti State. It is also a worthy achievement in the life of the new Electricity Act 2023.
“Your dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to the service of the people of Ekiti State undoubtedly led to this momentous achievement. The positive impact you have had on the lives of the citizens of Ekiti State is immeasurable and something to be proud of. Your tireless efforts have brought about positive changes and advancements that will benefit future generations”.
He said, “The Oyebanji administration has made a considerable investment in the power sector in the bid to fix power infrastructure in the state and boost economic activities in line with its shared prosperity agenda.
“These include the establishment of the 5-Megawatt Independent Power Project, which is currently providing uninterrupted power supply to Government Offices at the state Secretariat, major institutions including the teaching Hospital complex, as well as the powering of some street lights. The administration has also rehabilitated and connected the towns of Erijiyan and Ikogosi as well as Ikogosi Resorts back to the National Grid to enhance the State tourism corridor.
