The Lagos State Government has unveiled an ambitious roadmap aimed at ending the “culture of blackouts” and establishing a 24-hour electricity market powered by private-sector investment, independent power generation, and smart metering across the state.
The Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, disclosed this during the 2026 Ministerial Press Briefing held in Alausa, Ikeja, where he outlined the achievements and strategic direction of the ministry under the administration of Babajide Sanwo-Olu.
According to Ogunleye, the reforms were accelerated following the implementation of the Lagos State Electricity Law 2024, which he described as a major step toward positioning Lagos as the leading subnational electricity market in Africa.
He said the state’s long-term targets include achieving between 95 and 100 per cent grid availability, ensuring full metering penetration, and reducing energy losses to single digits by 2030.
“The administration’s plan for a farewell to the culture of blackouts rests on strong regulatory institutions, investor-friendly policies, independent power generation, and full metering,” Ogunleye stated.
The commissioner revealed that the Lagos State Electricity Regulatory Commission (LASERC) has already commenced licensing operators, enforcing standards, and strengthening consumer protection mechanisms within the emerging electricity market.
He added that 14 licences and permits had already been issued to qualified operators, while a state-wide 100 per cent metering initiative is expected to begin in July 2026.
Ogunleye further disclosed that the government is developing an Artificial Intelligence-powered monitoring platform known as the “Electric Eye of Lagos” to provide real-time monitoring of electricity trading and power distribution activities across the state.
According to him, Lagos is also finalising market rules, grid interface guidelines, and consumer supply codes to support a competitive and investor-friendly electricity ecosystem.
The commissioner stated that the state currently has 12 Independent Power Producers under regulation, with seven already fully operational commercially.
He highlighted several major infrastructure projects, including the 37.7-kilometre Badagry electricity infrastructure corridor featuring high-voltage distribution towers crossing the Gbaji Lagoon and the rehabilitation of 33kV lines connecting Gbaji, Seme, Owode, and Apa.
Ogunleye also announced plans for the Lekki-Epe Integrated Energy Corridor, which will include a 132kV bulk transmission line from Ajah to Alaro City alongside a parallel gas pipeline network.
In the oil and gas sector, he said Lagos is positioning itself as a leader in clean transportation through compressed natural gas (CNG) and electric vehicle infrastructure.
According to him, 244 vehicles have already been converted to CNG, while 17 CNG stations are expected to become operational before the end of 2026.
He added that more than 80,000 households across Lagos now have access to cleaner cooking energy through the state’s LPG expansion programme.
The commissioner also disclosed that the state is developing the Oshodi Energy Hub, a multipurpose facility expected to provide LPG, PMS, AGO, CNG, EV charging, and vehicle conversion services.
On mineral resources, Ogunleye said the ministry has intensified enforcement against illegal dredging, sand overloading, and unauthorised land reclamation while strengthening environmental monitoring operations.
He noted that designated mining sites have been approved at Ilamija, Kajola, Orimedu, and Akodo to support the construction of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road project.
Ogunleye reiterated the government’s commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and sustainable energy future for Lagos through stronger regulation, private-sector participation, and strategic infrastructure investments.
