Senator Ajagunla Flags Off Construction of 7.5MVA Transformer Substation in Ila-Orangun


Senator Olubiyi Fadeyi Ajagunla has flagged off the construction and installation of a 7.5MVA transformer substation at Oke Ejigbo in Ila-Orangun, Osun State, in a move aimed at strengthening electricity supply across Osun Central Senatorial District.


The flag-off ceremony, held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, was attended by dignitaries, community leaders and members of the public, who described the project as a significant intervention in the district’s power infrastructure.


Speaking at the event, Senator Ajagunla said electricity remains critical to economic and social development, noting that the project was facilitated as part of his commitment to fulfilling campaign promises and improving the living conditions of his constituents.


He said the 7.5MVA substation would support economic growth, industrial development, education, healthcare, agriculture and small and medium-sized enterprises across the benefiting communities.


> “I am very happy that my constituents are witnessing the flagging off of this construction and installation today. It is not just another project, but a major investment in economic growth, industrial development, education, healthcare, agriculture, small and medium-sized enterprises, and an improved quality of life,” Ajagunla said.




The senator, popularly known as Ajagunnla-Oodua Ti Ile Oodua, said the project is designed to strengthen electricity supply and improve power infrastructure across six Local Government Areas in Osun Central: Ila, Ifedayo, Boluwaduro, Boripe, Ifelodun and Odo-Otin.


The installation of the substation and associated transmission infrastructure is expected to increase the capacity and reliability of electricity supply to communities and businesses within the benefiting areas.


Senator Ajagunla also reiterated his commitment to facilitating more development projects that would have direct and lasting impact on the people of Osun Central, describing the intervention as another step towards delivering on his promises to constituents.