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Aiyedatiwa signs new Ondo electricity power sector law

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission and distribution across the state.

By Oyetoke Adedayo Ebenezer

1 min read 3 views Updated Oct 11, 2026
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission and distribution across the state. The new law establishes the State Electricity Regulatory Commission, which will oversee tariffs, licences, investments, mini-grids, renewable energy and other electricity-related activities in the state.

It also provides for the creation of the State Independent System Operator and State Market Operator to support the development of an efficient and competitive electricity market. Key provisions of the legislation include compulsory metering, protection of community and privately funded electricity infrastructure, and penalties for the sabotage of power facilities.

The law further establishes the Equipment Standards and Competence Certification Agency to regulate electrical equipment and ensure that professionals operating in the sector meet required standards. The legislation also strengthens the Ondo State Power Company and provides greater protection and regulatory certainty for investors in electricity generation, distribution, renewable energy and related infrastructure.

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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission and distribution across the state. Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory...

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  • Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission and distribution across the state.
  • The new law establishes the State Electricity Regulatory Commission, which will oversee tariffs, licences, investments, mini-grids, renewable energy and other electricity-related activities in the state.It also provides for the creation of the State Independent System Operator and State Market Operator to support the development of an efficient and competitive electricity market.
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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory framework for electricity generation, transmission and distribution across the state. Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assented to the Ondo State Electric Power Sector (Amendment) Law, 2026, establishing a stronger legal and regulatory...

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August 13, 2026

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