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Solar electricity project worth $532,828 aimed at electrification of Akeddi community in Bayelsa state has rekindled hope for residents of the area and entire Niger Delta region .
Speaking in Uyo Akwa Ibom state capital, Communications Lead at All On handling the project Tonun Odetola while briefing Journalists on progress of work at project site said that the company’s investment were beyond installation of energy infrastructure.
Odetola disclosed that on completion of solar electricity project, productive use customers such as small businesses, artisans, and service providers whose activities depend heavily on reliable power supply would benefit tremendously.
According to her, the initiative is designed to create sustainable energy connections that drive socio-economic development in the community .
“The aim of this project, like All On’s many other grants and investments, is about much more than installing infrastructure. It is about enabling meaningful energy access that supports livelihoods, reduces dependence on expensive alternatives, and strengthens communities across the Niger Delta”
Odetola explained that the company celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, main focus remains firmly on expanding energy access and supporting economic growth in underserved regions.
“The project upon completion is expected to transform livelihoods, stimulate economic activity, and improve essential services in the riverine community
“The atmosphere in Akeddei has changed noticeably as visible progress on the project has strengthened their confidence that dependable electricity which was long considered a distant dream is finally within reach.
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“From the installation of critical equipment to the training of local workers and steady advancement at the project site, each milestone has reinforced the community’s belief that sustainable power is becoming a reality”.
She said the project which represents the second phase of a broader electrification initiative in the Niger Delta is more than infrastructure.
Odetola further disclosed that the project signals possibility of economic revival, improved living standards, and renewed community development in the community.
She said the project scheduled for commissioning in the second quarter of 2026 will follow the success of a pilot project in nearby Oweikorogha, where an 80kWp mini grid exceeded its initial targets of 430 connections, delivering electricity to 451 homes, businesses, and healthcare, demonstrating the tangible impact of decentralized renewable energy solutions in underserved communities.
She said arrival of stable power in Oweikorogha quickly reshaped daily life in the community as businesses extended operating hours, households reduced spending on diesel and petrol generators while public institutions such as schools and health centres operate more efficiently.
“As the second phase of the electrification initiative in the oil rich Niger Delta area, the Akeddei project is designed to operate on a larger scale, with an estimated 1,058 electricity connections once fully operational.
Chief Executive Officer of All On company Henry Ureh, said the project aligns with the organisation’s broader mission to support economic development while protecting the interests of customers and stakeholders.
“As a company, we are committed to delivering affordable, reliable electricity that drives economic growth
“We are confident that the people of Akeddei will experience measurable improvements in their quality of life, unlocking new economic opportunities for the community.”
