Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to fast-track the award of contracts for the Light-Up Lagos project, particularly for streetlights on roads and highways, to enhance security.
The resolution was passed, yesterday, during the plenary, following a matter of urgent public importance raised by the member representing Ajeromi-Ifelodun I, Lukmoh Olumoh.
Olumoh noted that despite previous resolutions on streetlight installation, Lagos residents are yet to benefit from the initiative, leaving many areas in darkness and vulnerable to security threats.
He said that funds had been allocated for the project in the 2025 budget and urged the state government to take immediate action to implement it.
“The government should ensure that all streetlights are up and running as budgeted. We can also explore alternative energy sources, such as solar power, as projected by the President,” Olumoh stated.
The member, representing Eti-Osa Constituency II, GbolahanYishawu echoed concerns from his constituents about poorly lit roads, stressing the urgency of awarding contracts for the project.
Other members that spoke, including Desmond Elliot (Surulere 1), highlighted the security benefits of functional streetlights in their constituencies and suggested that local councils should complement state’s efforts by deploying solar-powered streetlights in their areas.
They raised concerns about vandalisation of streetlights infrastructure and recommended deploying of CCTV cameras to safeguard installations.
However, Femi Saheed (Kosofe II), who commended the government’s allocation of N24 billion for the project and urged a shift in public attitude toward infrastructure maintenance, advocated that tertiary institutions should engage in research and training on solar energy development to support the initiative.
In his remarks, Gbolahon Ogunleye (Ikorodu I) called for equitable distribution of the project across all parts of the state, including remote areas, such as Epe, Badagry, and Ikorodu, ensuring that schools and healthcare centres also benefit.
Speaker of the House, Mojisola Meranda, stressed the need for local councils to align their road contracts with streetlight installations.
She also advocated an improved maintenance culture and urged citizens to play a role in safeguarding public infrastructure.
