Kwara reaffirms commitment to renewable energy initiative 

Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, Governor of Kwara State.

The Kwara State Government, in its continued drive towards the actualisation of a sustainable renewable energy project, has conducted a technical inspection and survey of a viable expanse of land proposed for a solar farm to boost socio-economic development across the State.

Speaking during a technical inspection of the site, Abduazeez Kola Abdulganiy, the Commissioner for Energy, explained that the inspection exercise was part of the State Government’s strategic efforts to identify technically and environmentally suitable locations for the deployment of solar energy infrastructure, aimed at improving electricity supply, stimulating economic activities, and enhancing the overall quality of life of residents.

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Abdulganiy explained that the inspection exercise was part of the State Government’s strategic efforts to identify technically and environmentally suitable locations for the deployment of solar energy infrastructure, aimed at improving electricity supply, stimulating economic activities, and enhancing the overall quality of life of residents.

According to him, the exercise is a follow-up to earlier inspections of proposed sites across the State, by the representatives of Energy China and the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) on 13th November, 2025, and the recent inspection by the technical team of the Ministry on the 18th of December to different locations for data collection and energy planning, in line with the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Energy China, and Nigeria Governors’ Forum initiative.

Abdulganiy reaffirmed the commitment of Governor of  Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, to the development of clean, reliable, and affordable energy solutions as a key driver of socio-economic development in the state.

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A statement signed by Rukayat Abdulhameed, Press Secretary of the Ministry, the Commissioner explained that “this inspection forms part of a broader assessment of multiple locations across the State to ensure equitable distribution of the benefits of the renewable energy project and to guarantee its long-term sustainability”.

Responding, Oba Adebowale Adesoye Adetona I, the Elerin of Erin-Ile, commended the State Government for prioritising renewable energy development and described electricity as fundamental to community growth and economic advancement.

He assured Government of full cooperation and support for the successful implementation of the project.

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