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Inauguration of Solar Power Electricity Project in Ondo Riverine Communities

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The NNPC/Chevron Nigeria Ltd Joint Venture (CNL), in partnership with Ilaje Rural Development Committee (IRDC) and Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND), has inaugurated a solar power electricity project to provide sustainable energy to riverine communities in Ondo State. The project, known as the "Solar Power Mini Grid Energy Cabins," will benefit over 200 residents in Awoye and Odofado communities, thereby fulfilling Goal 7 of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). The project was initiated by IRDC and funded by NNPC/Chevron, with a focus on providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy to rural communities.

Key Takeaways:

  • The solar power electricity project, known as the "Solar Power Mini Grid Energy Cabins," has been inaugurated in Awoye and Odofado communities in Ondo State, benefiting over 200 residents.
  • The project was initiated by Ilaje Rural Development Committee (IRDC) and funded by NNPC/Chevron, with a focus on providing affordable, reliable, and sustainable energy to rural communities.
  • The project has been designed to provide uninterrupted power supply with a 40 percent discount on tariffs compared to normal electricity.
  • Residents of the riverine communities will enjoy noiseless electricity at a cheaper rate compared to generating sets and their expenses.
  • The project has been commended by the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, who has assured the riverine communities of more dividends of democracy from the present administration in the state.
  • The project has set the pace for other states to emulate, and it has also set the group, IRDC, to the highest pedestal in the community drive for improved standard of living.
  • The project is a community-based initiative solely funded by NNPC/Chevron through the Global Memorandum of Understanding (GMoU) between Ondo State government, some communities neighboring CNL's operations in Ondo State, and NNPC/Chevron Nigeria Limited.

Statistics:

  • Over 200 residents in Awoye and Odofado communities will benefit from the solar power electricity project.
  • The project has been designed to provide uninterrupted power supply with a 40 percent discount on tariffs compared to normal electricity.
  • Residents of the riverine communities will enjoy noiseless electricity at a cheaper rate compared to generating sets and their expenses.
  • The project has been commended by the Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
  • The project has set the pace for other states to emulate.

Sources:

  • News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)
  • Ilaje Rural Development Committee (IRDC)
  • Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND)
  • NNPC/Chevron Nigeria Ltd Joint Venture (CNL)
  • Ondo State Government
  • Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Governor of Ondo State
  • Mrs. Abike Ilawolle, Secretary, Ondo State Public Utility
  • Mr. Goke Ojatuwase, Chairman, Ilaje LGA
  • Mr. Roland Akintoye, Chairman, IRDC
  • Engr. Ayodeji Olumilua, Managing Director, A4 and T Power Solutions
  • Mr. Aribo Adegoke, resident of Awoye community
  • Mrs. Folashade Ojagun, beneficiary from Odofado community.

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