LECAN’s New Leadership Assumes Office, Reaffirms Commitment to Quality and Professionalism

By Ekuson Nw’Ogbunka

The Licensed Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria (LECAN) has inaugurated its new national leadership, with High Chief Vitus Ofodum Ikenna emerging as the National President. The ceremony drew the presence of notable dignitaries, including the Chief Judge of the FCT, Honourable Justice, and Hon.

In his acceptance speech, High Chief Vitus Ofodum Ikenna expressed deep appreciation to LECAN members for entrusting him and his executives with the mandate to lead. He assured them of his unwavering dedication to advancing quality and professionalism within the electrical contracting sector, emphasizing capacity building, advocacy, and networking as key priorities.

Delivering the welcome address, High Chief Otunba Dele Akintola congratulated the new leadership and encouraged them to uphold values of integrity, humility, and wisdom. He stressed the need for unity within the association and called on members to fully support the new executives.

In his keynote address, Hon. Mohammed Abdulmutalib underscored the vital contribution of electrical contractors to Nigeria’s power sector development. He praised LECAN for its continued commitment to enhancing standards in the industry and pledged the support and cooperation of the Kogi State Government towards the association’s initiatives.

The event, themed “Empowering Electrical Contractors for a Brighter Future,” aligns with the Federal Government’s efforts to strengthen the power sector and improve access to stable electricity nationwide. As a professional body, LECAN remains central to advancing quality and professionalism within the electrical contracting field.

The leadership of High Chief Vitus Ofodum Ikenna is widely expected to usher in renewed growth for the association. His focus on capacity building, advocacy, and strategic networking is poised to further elevate LECAN’s role in the nation’s power sector development.

The new executives have also pledged to work closely with key stakeholders to address industry challenges and drive sustainable progress. With the backing of its members and partners, LECAN is well-positioned to make meaningful contributions to Nigeria’s economic advancement and power sector reforms.

LECAN’s continuous dedication to promoting quality and professionalism in electrical contracting is anticipated to positively influence the nation’s power industry. Its commitment to empowering contractors reflects an important step toward securing a brighter energy future for Nigeria.

As the new leadership takes charge, the task before them is substantial—ensuring the association’s sustained growth while strengthening its impact on Nigeria’s development through improved standards and professionalism in electrical contracting.