Lugait celebrated a landmark event last Saturday, August 10, 2024, as the National Electrification Administration (NEA) and Misamis Oriental-1 Rural Electric Service Cooperative, Inc (MORESCO-1) held the Energization Ceremony of the Sitio Electrification Program (SEP). This program, aimed at promoting economic development and reducing poverty, is dedicated to achieving 100% sitio electrification across the Philippines.
This fourth batch in a series of seven energization projects under the SEP has successfully brought electricity to Purok 5, Lower Biga with a total cost of PhP1,973308.34; Lao-Lao, Aya-aya with total amount of PhP1,357,168.77; and Malunaw, Betahon with total of P1,876,914.02, all in the municipality of Lugait. The electrification of these areas represents a significant advancement in enhancing the quality of life for the residents.
SEP is a key element of the government’s strategy to bridge the development gap in rural areas. By providing electricity to unlit sitios, puroks, or zones—territorial enclaves often located far from barangay centers—SEP addresses the significant challenges these communities face due to the lack of reliable power.
The program allocates funds for constructing distribution lines and house wiring facilities, ensuring that eligible households can access modern energy. As NEA and its partners like MORESCO-1 and the LGUs work tirelessly towards achieving full electrification, the bright future envisioned for these communities is steadily becoming a reality. (CPRO Jiggs Pacana)