In a major step towards strengthening power supply in Lagos State, Ikeja Electric Plc has officially commissioned the new 15MVA Kwaru Injection Substation in the Abaranje-Ikotun axis, a fast-developing area within the Ikeja Electric network. The commissioning, held over the weekend, marks a significant milestone in the company’s strategic infrastructure drive and commitment to improved service delivery.
The newly inaugurated facility, designed with cutting-edge technology, is expected to enhance electricity distribution to over 50,000 residents and businesses in the Ikotun area. According to engineers involved in the project, the substation will play a pivotal role in reducing load shedding, improving voltage stability, and facilitating better load management across the network.
Speaking at the commissioning, Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, praised the project as a clear example of private sector leadership in the national energy transformation agenda.
“This project aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for the power sector. It underscores our administration’s resolve to ensure stable, accessible, and affordable electricity for every Nigerian. We commend Ikeja Electric and its partners for delivering on this much-needed infrastructure,” Adelabu said.
Kola Adesina, Chairman of Ikeja Electric and Sahara Group, highlighted the group’s long-term commitment to Nigeria’s energy security.
“At Sahara Group, we believe energy is the catalyst for national prosperity. This new substation is more than an asset — it’s a bold statement of our vision to power communities and businesses through innovation,” he noted.
Folake Soetan, CEO of Ikeja Electric, called the substation a “symbol of transformation” in service excellence.
“This isn’t just about infrastructure; it’s about lives, commerce, and community well-being. We are investing in technology and partnerships that bring reliable electricity to our customers,” Soetan said.
In a goodwill message, Engr. K. A. T. Balogun, GM/CEO of the Lagos State Electricity Board, reaffirmed the state’s commitment to energy access and rural electrification.
“This project supports Lagos State’s broader energy strategy. We encourage other stakeholders to emulate this model of partnership-driven development,” he said.
Bola Azeez, CEO of Bolamark, the main contractor, revealed that the project was executed predominantly using Nigerian engineers and local materials, advancing the government’s local content policy.
Meanwhile, Oba Azeez Gbadabiu Asiwaju, the Onikotun of Ikotun, expressed deep community gratitude.
“This substation ends years of unreliable power. We’re already seeing improvements, and we pledge to protect this asset for the good of all,” he assured.
The substation comes with built-in scalability features, including:
Additional feeder bay capacity
Future transformer upgrade capabilities
Smart grid readiness
Space for advanced monitoring and control systems
The commissioning serves as a model for replicable power infrastructure across other parts of Lagos and Nigeria.
Kingsley Okotie, Ikeja Electric’s spokesperson, urged customers to cooperate with the utility and report faults via official platforms.
“Our progress depends on public cooperation. We ask customers to avoid illegal connections and tampering, which endanger lives and disrupt service,” he said.
With broadband access and digital transformation efforts rising across Lagos, the demand for stable electricity is at an all-time high. The Kwaru substation answers that call, offering hope to SMEs, schools, hospitals, and residents who have long faced erratic supply.
This project represents a new phase of stakeholder-driven power reforms in Nigeria—fueled by technical innovation, government alignment, and public-private collaboration.