Lawmaker lights up Akwa Ibom School of Nursing with solar power
Okpolupm Etteh, the lawmaker representing Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has commissioned a solar-powered street lighting project at the Akwa Ibom State School of Nursing Science, Eket. The project is designed to improve safety, security, and the overall learning environment for students and staff of the institution—especially during evening and night […]
Okpolupm Etteh, the lawmaker representing Eket/ONNA/Esit Eket/Ibeno Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, has commissioned a solar-powered street lighting project at the Akwa Ibom State School of Nursing Science, Eket.
The project is designed to improve safety, security, and the overall learning environment for students and staff of the institution—especially during evening and night hours. With this initiative, Rep. Etteh is not only addressing a key infrastructure gap but also contributing to Nigeria’s broader energy transition by introducing clean and renewable energy sources into public education facilities.
Rep. Etteh, who also serves as Deputy Chairman, House Committee on University Education, has built a reputation for delivering constituency projects that combine innovation with functionality. The solar-powered lights reflect his forward-thinking approach to governance and his understanding of the role modern infrastructure plays in education.
“This project is about ensuring our students learn in a safe, secure environment,” the federal lawmaker said. “It’s also a statement that our communities can begin to adopt cleaner and more reliable energy alternatives.”
The installation has been widely commended by school officials, students, and local residents. A staff member of the institution noted that the lighting system has already improved visibility across the school premises, reduced safety concerns, and extended academic activities well into the evening.
“It’s a remarkable improvement for the school,” one student said. “We can now study and move around more freely and confidently at night.”
The project is part of a larger wave of people-oriented interventions being carried out by Rep. Etteh across the federal constituency. From classroom renovations and borehole installations to scholarship programs and healthcare support, the lawmaker’s agenda remains centered on impactful service delivery.
Observers say that his commitment to sustainability—evident in this solar-powered project—sets him apart among his peers in the National Assembly.
As calls grow for the inclusion of renewable energy in Nigeria’s national planning, Rep. Etteh’s solar initiative in Eket is a timely model for lawmakers looking to combine climate responsibility with grassroots development.
The lawmaker has promised that more transformative projects are underway, with a special focus on education, youth development, and rural electrification.
With this latest intervention, Rep. Okpolupm Etteh continues to demonstrate that effective representation is about more than speeches—it’s about action, vision, and results that touch lives.