CESEL-Conserto Joint Venture (JV), in conjunction with the Nigerian Electrification Project (NEP) of the Rural Electrification Agency of Nigeria, has successfully provided clean electricity to 1200 households in the Ife South Local Government Area of Osun State.
The accomplishment follows the inauguration of four Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid projects in the Osi, Arajoshua, Alutierin, and Olomouja communities of Osun State, as confirmed in a statement.
The ceremony witnessed the esteemed presence of His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi (Ọjájá II), alongside other Royal Fathers including HRM Oba Solomon Adenipekun Ademakinwa, Oloosi of Osi; HRM Oba Dr. Ademilokun, the Olu of Olomu; HRM Oba Oladepo Towobola, Lerinyo of Alutierin; and Princess Adeola Ademakinwa, the Representative and Community Leader of Arajoshua. They expressed profound joy at the advent of electricity in their communities after enduring years without power.
Extolling the contribution of the CESEL-Conserto JV, they hailed it as a significant stride in the progress of their communities.
Speaking on behalf of the adopted communities, His Royal Majesty Oba Oladepo Towobola, the Lerinyan of Alutierin in Ife South LGA, conveyed gratitude, remarking, “This endeavor marks the dawn of development for us.”
He elaborated, “We extend heartfelt appreciation for not disregarding our needs. Without the provision of electricity through the solar-grid, it would have been improbable for any organization to consider constructing essential amenities in our community. With this initiative, we now have access to a plethora of facilities that significantly enhance our quality of life.”
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, represented by the Commissioner for Commerce and Industry, expressed profound appreciation for the project, stressing its paramount importance in addressing the energy requirements of rural communities and empowering citizens irrespective of their socioeconomic backgrounds.
Mr. Olanrewaju Daramola, Chairman of the CESEL-Conserto JV, expressed pride in contributing to the transformative project. He underscored the potential of the project to stimulate economic activities among small business owners and farmers, thereby engendering a ripple effect on the local economy.
