Youngest Female Lawmaker Drives Energy Reform in Kwara with Innovative Bill

Hon. Rukayat Shittu, the youngest female lawmaker in Kwara State, championed the Kwara State Electric Power Sector Bill 2025.

The bill, which passed the first and second readings in the House of Assembly, aims to modernize the state's electricity framework. It seeks to repeal outdated laws and empower Kwara to manage its energy future, including establishing an electricity market.

The bill also focuses on attracting private investments, creating job opportunities, and improving access to electricity, especially in rural areas. Hon.

Shittu emphasized the necessity of energy reform to address power shortages and enhance the quality of life in Kwara.