LASG Engages Stakeholders On Lekki-Epe Gas Pipeline, Electricity Projects
The Lagos State Government (LASG) has engaged key stakeholders over the planned delivery of a 132KV electricity transmission line and gas pipeline right-of-way corridor across the Lekki-Epe axis, as part of efforts to expand critical energy infrastructure in the state.
The engagement, held on Friday at the Adeyemi Bero Auditorium, Alausa, Ikeja, was jointly organised by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources and the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development.
According to officials, the power transmission infrastructure will span from Ajah to Ibeju-Lekki (Eleko) Junction, while the gas pipeline corridor will run from Bonny Camp to Alaro City, Epe.
Speaking at the forum, the Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Biodun Ogunleye, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to expanding electricity and gas infrastructure to support industrial hubs, residential estates, and commercial activities across the Lekki-Epe corridor.
Ogunleye noted that the projects align with the vision of the Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu-led administration to transform Lagos into a 21st-century economy powered by a reliable and sustainable energy supply.
“At the end of the day, we are removing a lot of pain associated with the Lekki-Epe corridor. We are creating service setbacks so that electricity can come in conveniently, gas pipelines can come in conveniently, and drainage systems can come in conveniently,” he said.
Addressing concerns over the potential impact of the projects on structures built along the right of way, Ogunleye assured affected property owners that the government remains committed to fair and transparent compensation.
“Some people’s property at the edge of the road may be affected here and there. But be assured that it is going to be a win-win for all parties. Experts will be involved in identifying those entitled to compensation and ensuring they are adequately compensated,” he added.
Also speaking, the Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr Olumide Oluyinka, emphasised the ministry’s responsibility in ensuring proper planning, orderly development, and strict compliance with approved layouts along the project corridors.
He explained that the alignments had been preserved to prevent encroachment, noting that most legitimate occupants had complied, with only minor infractions observed.
“That area has suffered from a lack of power supply. This expansion is critical to achieving the megacity status we desire. There are minimal encroachments, mostly temporary structures, with more noticeable cases towards the Epe axis,” Oluyinka said.
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The Chairman of the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Energy and Mineral Resources, Sabur Olowa, assured residents of legislative backing through enabling laws and oversight to guarantee the timely delivery of the projects.
Similarly, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Mineral Resources, Abiola Olowu, described the initiatives as strategic interventions aimed at unlocking investments and improving access to energy across Lagos.
Earlier, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Housing, and supervising Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, Abdulhafiz Toriola, stressed the importance of sustained stakeholder engagement to ensure smooth project execution.
Community representatives from Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki, Eleko, and surrounding areas made submissions and called for continuous dialogue throughout the implementation phases.