The Nigerian Army has commended the Federal Government and indigenous meter manufacturer, De-Haryor Global, for notable achievements recorded under the nationwide mass metering project across military barracks, designed to improve electricity supply and energy efficiency within military installations.
In a statement issued to journalists on Friday, the Army acknowledged the project’s contributions to power management, revealing that the initiative, which is part of the federal government’s broader mass metering drive, has generated N769.1 million in revenue over a nine-month span.
The program was launched in March 2023 by the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, at the Ikeja Cantonment in Lagos, and is a key component of efforts to address billing transparency and consumption accuracy within government facilities.
In a formal letter addressed to De-Haryor Global, the contractor executing the project, the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, expressed satisfaction with the execution of Phase One.
The letter, signed on his behalf by Major General A.A. Fadayiro, emphasized “improved hours of power supply” and highlighted the initiative’s positive influence on energy oversight in participating barracks.
According to the Army, installations are nearing completion in key locations such as Ikeja in Lagos, Abakpa in Enugu, Adekunle Fajuyi Cantonment, and selected sites in Abuja.
Responding to the Army’s endorsement, De-Haryor’s Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Ashade Olatunbosun, acknowledged earlier financial constraints, pointing to delayed fund releases that affected initial mobilisation.
However, he confirmed the project has since gathered “considerable momentum,” with thousands of smart meters already deployed to enhance transparency and boost energy conservation efforts.
He disclosed that the initiative has raked in N769.1 million between August 2024 and April 2025, attributing the milestone to the Army’s “strong satisfaction” with the standard of delivery.
This, he noted, has led to discussions about expanding the program to more military establishments.
“This marks a milestone in modernising Nigeria’s energy infrastructure, particularly within public institutions, reaffirming commitment to partnerships that drive sustainable growth and accountability,” Olatunbosun said.
The development follows earlier tensions between some military units and electricity distribution companies over unsettled power bills.
