Lagos Assembly urges Sanwo-Olu to expedite light-up Lagos Project

The Lagos State House of Assembly has urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to expedite the award of contracts for the Light-Up Lagos project, as provided in the 2025 budget appropriation.
The resolution followed a Matter of Urgent Public Importance raised by Lukmoh Olumoh (Ajeromi-Ifelodun 1), who expressed concern over the absence of functional streetlights across the state. He emphasized that the lack of street lighting has contributed to insecurity and darkness in the state.
Olumoh highlighted the importance of prioritizing the welfare of citizens and exploring alternative energy sources, including solar power. He noted that the 2025 budget allocated ₦24 billion to transition from fossil fuels to solar energy to ensure constant street lighting.
Gbolahan Yishawu (Eti-Osa 2) stressed the importance of power to security and economic growth, advocating for sustainable solar energy as an alternative power source.
Desmond Elliot (Surulere 1) urged local governments to complement the state government’s efforts by incorporating solar streetlights in road projects.
Bonu Solomon (Badagry 1) raised concerns about vandalism, urging security measures to protect streetlight infrastructure.
Stephen Ogundipe (Oshodi/Isolo 1) emphasized the need to move away from fossil fuels, citing safety and sanitation concerns linked to inadequate street lighting.
Femi Saidi (Kosofe 2) called for citizens’ cooperation in maintaining public facilities, including streetlights, schools, and health centers.
Abiodun Tobun suggested forming an ad-hoc committee to investigate the budgetary performance of the Light-Up Lagos project, questioning why darkness persists despite allocated funds.
Ajayi Oluwadamilare (Ibeju-Lekki 2) lamented increasing insecurity in Ibeju-Lekki, noting that the area has lacked streetlights for 15 years.
Adedeji Adewale (Ifako-Ijaiye) called for a review of the budgetary allocation and urged questioning of officials responsible for streetlight projects.
Tijani Surajudeen called for an evaluation of Eko Electricity Distribution Company’s performance, citing student complaints about power outages in Epe.
Omolara Olumegbon (Lagos Island 1) urged companies, including Dangote, to fulfill their Corporate Social Responsibility by supporting the Light-Up Lagos project.
Speaker Princess Mojisola Meranda emphasized the importance of the Light-Up Lagos initiative and called for local governments to prioritize street lighting in road projects. She urged the Ministry of Energy and WAPA to train personnel on solar light installation and maintenance, advocating for a strong maintenance culture.
Meranda established a seven-member ad-hoc committee to investigate the ₦24 billion budget allocation and its performance. The committee includes Abiodun Tobun, Desmond Elliot, Oluwa Akanbi, Stephen Ogundipe, Femi Saidi, and Abimbola Orekoya, with Lukmoh Olumoh as the head.