The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture, has installed solar power systems in key tourism facilities in Badagry to improve services and support tourism development in the area.
The project was disclosed during an inspection of the sites by a team from the Ministry on Thursday, 24th January 2026. The inspection was led by the Director of the Monuments Management Department, Mr. Ibrahim Ladejobi, who spoke on behalf of the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka.
According to the Commissioner, the move is aimed at enhancing visitors’ experience, increasing tourist patronage, and creating smooth and memorable visits to the facilities. She said the installations would help the sites operate independently from the national grid.
Facilities that benefited from the solar power systems include the Badagry Heritage Museum, the Vlekete Slave Market, and the Tourist Information Centre in Badagry.
Mrs. Benson-Awoyinka explained that the solar systems were executed under the supervision of the Lagos State Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources to ensure quality, durability, and long-term sustainability.
She noted that the intervention became necessary due to persistent epileptic power supply affecting major tourism sites in Badagry.
“To bridge the gap and address recurring complaints from tourists and visitors over power challenges at these sites, the Ministry sought an alternative energy solution to guarantee uninterrupted services,” she said.
