Solar Power Project Transforms Ijagbo Health Centre- Olayinka Iroye

The Comprehensive Health Centre in Ijagbo, Kwara State has received a major boost in healthcare service delivery with the installation of a 24KVA solar power system worth millions of naira, facilitated by the Global President of the Ijagbo Descendants Union (IDU), AIG Fimihan Adeoye (Rtd).

In a release obtained by Salient Reporters from National PRO, Ijagbo Descendants Union, Olayinka Iroye, the installation commenced on Friday, 5th April, was successfully completed on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in the community’s drive toward sustainable and reliable power supply for critical health services.

Iroye noted that the solar system facilitated by the Global President of Ijagbo Descendants Union, AIG Fimihan Adeoye comprises 36 solar panels, five AKT lithium batteries of 10KW each (totaling 50KW), and four AKT inverters of 6KVA each (totaling 24KVA), alongside other essential accessories. He added that all inverters and batteries were properly set up with the required wiring connections, and the system was test-run, confirming optimal functionality.

“During the installation, the traditional ruler of Ijagbo (Kabiyesi) paid an inspection visit to the site, where he engaged the installation team in discussions that led to the construction of a raised platform for the batteries. This precautionary measure is aimed at preventing direct contact with the floor and safeguarding the equipment from possible water damage.
Also present to monitor the progress were the Vice President North of the Union, Pa Abimbola Olalere, and the Vice President South, Chief Tunde Adeshina, who further facilitated arrangements for burglary protection for the facility housing the solar equipment. Pastor Lekan Oni, a member of the National executive was actively on ground from the commencement through to the completion and lighting of the system.

“In a move that underscores the project’s developmental impact, three local youths who are electricians participated in the installation process, gaining practical knowledge and contributing to community capacity building. The Youth President, Mr. Lukman Alawode, also provided consistent support throughout the exercise.
Reacting to the development, the Chairman of the Lagos Branch of the Union, Mr. Dere Olaniyi, described the project as a remarkable achievement, commending the Global President and his team for their dedication and commitment to community development,” he stated.

Similarly, a staff member of the Medical Centre, Mrs. Bola Opaniyi, expressed deep appreciation to the facilitator and the executive members of the Union, offering prayers for continued success and divine guidance.

The National Youth Leader, Alhaji Lukman Alawode, the Yeyeoge of Ijagbo, Chief Laide Olaore, and Prince Dele Adeniyi also lauded the initiative, praising the leadership of the Union for bringing such a transformative project to fruition.

The solar installation is expected to significantly enhance healthcare delivery at the centre by ensuring uninterrupted power supply, thereby improving patient care and overall operational efficiency.