Hon. Shittu's Bill Targets Power Sector Overhaul to Boost Investment and Reliable Supply
The Kwara State House of Assembly has taken a significant step toward energy sector deregulation by undertaking the first reading of the Kwara State Electric Power Sector Bill, 2025 , sponsored by Nigeria's youngest lawmaker, Hon. Rukayat Motunrayo Shittu.
The bill, which passed its first reading during a plenary session, seeks to repeal the outdated Electricity Board Laws of 1992 and 2006 and establish a modern legal framework for electricity generation and distribution in the state.
Hon. Shittu, representing the Owode/Onire constituency, stated that the legislation is a timely response to Kwara's ongoing challenges with unreliable electricity supply. She highlighted its goals: decentralising power distribution, attracting private sector investment, and driving economic growth.
"This bill is about creating an enabling environment for reliable power and empowering our communities through decentralized electricity networks," said Hon. Shittu during the session.
At 27 years old, Hon. Shittu is Nigeria's youngest serving lawmaker has continue to make impactful legislative contributions.
She noted that the bill aligns with recent constitutional amendments empowering state governments to regulate electricity within their jurisdictions, a move that opens new opportunities for subnational innovation and energy independence.
Members of the House commended the initiative, describing it as a forward-thinking move that could open the door to independent power projects (IPPs), private sector participation, and expanded energy access for rural and urban communities alike.
The bill now proceeds to the second reading, where lawmakers will deliberate on its principles and implications for Kwara's future energy landscape.
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