LAGOS ELECTRICITY AGENCY HOLDS TOWN HALL MEETING ON SOLAR INFRASTRUCTURE SECURITY
The Lagos State Electrification Agency (LSEA) recently hosted a Stakeholders’ Town Hall Meeting on Solar Infrastructure Security in 172 Schools with the theme: “Protecting Government-Owned Assets”.
The event, held at the Education Resources Centre, Ojodu, brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, school administrators, school principals, and the Tutor-Generals of Basic Education, to discuss sustainable measures for securing solar infrastructure in Lagos State schools.
In his keynote address, the Honourable Commissioner for Basic Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun emphasised the importance of fostering strong relationships with local communities to protect government investments.
He advocated for community policing as a critical strategy to safeguard solar infrastructure in schools, stressing that collaboration between the government, schools, and residents would help create a safe and conducive learning environment for students.
The General Manager of LSEA, Engr. Balogun reiterated the Lagos State Government’s commitment to improving the education sector through strategic investments.
The General Manager, who was represented by Mrs. Adetokunbo Ladega, a Director in the Agency, emphasised that significant resources have been allocated to deploying solar infrastructure across 172 schools, and ensuring their security is essential for sustaining quality education.
Furthermore, Mrs. Adetokunbo Ladega urged all stakeholders to be security conscious and take proactive measures in safeguarding government assets. She emphasised the importance of community involvement and collective responsibility,
Speaking on the technical aspect of solar infrastructure, Engr. Mariam Babalola, Director of Renewable Energy, LSEA, provided insights on the proper use and maintenance of solar batteries to maximise their lifespan.
She explained that the batteries must not be overloaded with heavy appliances or components beyond their designed capacity, adding that misuse such as powering unauthorized equipment, could reduce battery efficiency, shorten its lifespan,
The town hall meeting concluded with a call to action for all stakeholders to collaborate in protecting and sustaining the state’s educational infrastructure for future generations.