The Lagos State House of Assembly has constituted a seven-member ad hoc committee to investigate the N24 billion Light-Up project, a state initiative aimed at deploying street-lighting infrastructure across Lagos.
During a plenary session yesterday, Olumoh Saad, representing Ajeromi Ifelodun Constituency 1, raised concerns over poorly lit streets in Lagos under a Matter of Urgent Public Importance. He urged Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu to expedite the award of contracts for the streetlight project, as allocated in the 2025 budget, to ensure swift implementation.
In addition to the investigation, the lawmaker called on the Commissioner for Energy and Natural Resources to ensure that existing streetlights are functional, emphasizing that budgetary provisions have been made for their maintenance. He also urged local government chairmen to fulfill their obligations by providing adequate street lighting on roads within their jurisdictions.
Highlighting the significance of the Light-Up project, Olumoh stressed its impact on security and public welfare. He further suggested exploring alternative energy sources such as solar power, referencing its successful implementation on the Third Mainland Bridge under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
“Lagosians are complaining that since the streetlights are not functioning, we need to be up and running and do something about it. We are also mindful of the fact that we need to explore other alternatives for sourcing energy, especially on this streetlight issue,” Olumoh stated.
The Assembly’s move to probe the project underscores growing concerns about delays and inefficiencies in streetlight deployment. As the committee begins its work, residents of Lagos will be eager to see tangible improvements in public lighting and overall security across the state.
Lagos Reporters will continue to monitor developments on this investigation and provide updates as more information unfolds.
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