The Nigerian Army has lauded the Federal Government and De-Haryor Global Services for significant strides in the ongoing nationwide mass metering initiative across military barracks, aimed at enhancing power supply and optimizing energy consumption management.
The project, directed by the Federal Government to improve electricity accountability in barracks, was inaugurated by Power Minister Chief Adebayo Adelabu in March 2023 at the Ikeja Cantonment, Lagos.
In a letter to De-Haryor Global Services, the project contractor, Chief of Army Staff, Lt. Gen. O.O. Oluyede praised the progress of Phase One, noting “improved hours of power supply” and positive impacts on energy management in beneficiary barracks.
Signed on behalf of the Army Chief by Maj. Gen. A.A. Fadayiro, the letter highlighted the near-completion of Phase One, which covers installations in Lagos (Ikeja), Enugu (Abakpa), Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, and select Abuja barracks. Authorities urged the contractor to expedite work on subsequent phases.
De-Haryor CEO Engr. Ashade Olatunbosun acknowledged initial financial hurdles, citing delayed fund disbursements that slowed early mobilization. However, he reported “considerable momentum,” with thousands of smart meters now installed to boost transparency, billing accuracy, and energy efficiency.
Despite challenges, the project has generated ₦769.1 million in revenue between August 2024 and April 2025, underscoring its operational success. Olatunbosun attributed this to the Army’s “strong satisfaction” with execution quality, which has sparked discussions to expand metering to additional military facilities.
“This marks a milestone in modernizing Nigeria’s energy infrastructure, particularly within public institutions,” he stated, reaffirming commitment to partnerships that drive sustainable growth and accountability.
The initiative reflects broader efforts to resolve power deficits in critical sectors while fostering fiscal discipline through advanced metering solutions.
