Eric Patrick
Residents of Saki, a prominent town in the Oke-Ogun region of Oyo State, are on the verge of enjoying up to 22 hours of uninterrupted electricity daily, thanks to a new 10-megawatt interconnected solar-hybrid power project.
The ambitious initiative—spearheaded by De-Janees Concept Limited in partnership with Hexing Electrical Company Limited—was formalized during a recent high-level signing ceremony held in Lagos and attended by senior executives from both companies.
In a telephone interview with First News on Thursday, May 28, Engr. Isaiah Fatokun, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of De-Janees Concept Ltd, said the project is aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and aims to deliver sustainable, off-grid power solutions to underserved communities.
Fatokun revealed that the first phase of the project will deploy an initial 2MW of solar energy through the Sango feeder in Saki, powering over 4,000 homes. He added that the project has secured critical approvals from the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC).
“This partnership with Hexing is more than just an energy solution—it’s a catalyst for economic revival, job creation, and environmental sustainability in Saki,” Fatokun stated.
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“We’re bringing light to a region that has long suffered from chronic electricity shortages.”
The solar hybrid plant, once fully deployed, will serve 15 communities in Saki and its environs—home to over 500,000 residents. Feasibility studies revealed more than 100 fuel stations, several large hotels, schools, and police stations operating without adequate power supply in the area.
Fatokun also acknowledged the vital support of the Okere of Saki land, Oba Khalid Olabisi, as well as contributions from the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC), Oyo State Government, REA, Stanbic IBTC, and Unity Bank.
He explained that De-Janees transitioned into a full-fledged Renewable Energy Service Company following the rejection of an earlier REA project in Kano, which he said did not meet technical and commercial benchmarks. The Saki project, by contrast, was greenlit after an extensive feasibility study proved its viability.
“This is a landmark step in closing Nigeria’s energy access gap and ensuring that even rural communities have a chance at prosperity,” he added.
The project is expected to not only improve quality of life for residents but also attract business investments and transform Saki into a model for decentralized energy solutions across Nigeria.