Residents of Ifa Ikot Idang community in the Etoi Clan of Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, have welcomed a major improvement in their quality of life following the donation of a solar-powered borehole by LG Electronics.
The project, delivered as part of the company's Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, provides the community with reliable access to clean water after years of water scarcity that forced many residents to travel long distances in search of safe drinking water.
The facility comprises a 180-foot borehole connected to a 5,000-litre overhead tank powered by dual 1,440-watt bifacial solar panels, ensuring a sustainable and uninterrupted water supply independent of the national electricity grid.
Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Head of Corporate Marketing at LG Electronics Nigeria, Mr Paul Mba, said the initiative reflects the company's commitment to addressing critical community needs through technology-driven solutions.
“This intervention reflects our commitment to leveraging technology to tackle real-life challenges in water access, energy sustainability, and community development. Our solar-powered system guarantees a continuous water supply without relying on the national grid. The 5,000-litre tank, powered by high-efficiency solar panels, drives a pump drawing water from an 180-foot borehole, making the system both sustainable and cost-effective for the long-term benefit of the community,” he said.
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| L-R: Vice Chairman II, Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio, Aparawa Jimmy Essien, Head of Corporate Marketing at LG Electronics Nigeria,Mr. Paul Mba, Uyo Branch Manager, Fouani Nigeria Limited, Mr. Nabih Hawila, Secretary Youth Forum, Idang Community, Mr. Bassey Inyang, The Youth Leader, Ifa Ikot Idang, Mr. Effiong Edet, Wife of Idiong, Mrs. Maurice Asuquo Ibanga, and The Village Head of Ifa Ikot Idang, Efe Idiong, Maurcus Asuquo Ibanga at the commissioning of LG's expanded Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiative, marked by the donation of a solar-powered borehole to the Ifa Ikot Idang in the Etoi clan, Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State. |
Public Relations and CSR Manager at LG Electronics Nigeria, Mr Moses Osime, described the project as more than just an infrastructure development.
“At LG Electronics, we understand the struggle communities like Ifa Ikot Idang face in accessing clean water. This intervention restores dignity, renews hope, and underscores that sustainable development must prioritize people. Today marks the easing of a long-standing burden and the start of a better daily life. Every drop from this facility symbolizes our care, responsibility, and ongoing commitment to meaningful change,” he said.
Community leaders hailed the project as a transformative intervention that will have a lasting impact on residents, particularly women and children who previously bore the burden of sourcing water from distant locations.
Village Head of Idang, Idarag Efe-Idiong, Mancus Asuquo Ibanga, expressed gratitude to the company for the initiative.
“The support from LG Electronics is a long-awaited blessing for our community,” he said. “Having clean water close to home has restored dignity to our daily lives, especially for our women and children who used to travel far just to find safe drinking water. This project has eased our hardships and brought a real improvement to the well-being of everyone here.”
Also speaking at the event, Vice Chairman II of Mboho Mkparawa Ibibio, Aparawa Jimmy Essien, described the project as a milestone for the community.
“As a proud representative of our people, I stand here to affirm that this project marks a new chapter of hope and progress for our community. Access to clean, sustainable water is not just a necessity; it is a foundation for health, dignity, and opportunity. Together, we embrace this gift with gratitude and a shared commitment to protect and nurture it for generations ahead,” he said.
Essien also commended the quality and durability associated with LG Electronics products, noting that the solar-powered borehole reflected the company's commitment to excellence.
“The people of Idang recognize and appreciate the lasting value LG brings,” he said. “From this day forward, we proudly become brand ambassadors for LG, sharing our positive experience and standing behind a company that truly invests in the wellbeing of our community.”
The project received support from Mr and Mrs Itoro Atakpa, as well as Mr Udo Ibong, an aide to Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno on Digital Marketing and Social Media, who helped facilitate the initiative.
Speaking on behalf of her husband, a native of the community, Mrs Atakpa said their involvement was motivated by a desire to contribute to the long-term development of their hometown.
She noted that the solar-powered borehole donated by LG Electronics was designed to serve the community for many years.
Residents also shared their appreciation for the project. Speaking during the commissioning, Mrs Joyce Mbong described the facility as life-changing.
“Having clean, reliable water right here in our village is nothing short of life-changing,” she said. “For years, we faced the burden of traveling long distances and spending money just to get water. This project has lifted that weight, bringing relief and convenience to every household. More than that, it has made us feel seen and included, reminding us that our community matters.”
Traditional rulers and community stakeholders present at the event commended the initiative, describing it as a model of successful collaboration between the private sector and local communities. They also urged other corporate organisations to invest in similar projects aimed at addressing infrastructure deficits in rural areas.
They further emphasised the importance of renewable energy-powered infrastructure, noting that solar solutions offer sustainability while reducing long-term operating costs.
The solar-powered borehole project reinforces LG Electronics’ commitment to community development and social impact through innovation, while providing uninterrupted access to clean water for residents of Ifa Ikot Idang for the first time in many years.
For many members of the community, the project represents not only improved access to water but also a renewed sense of dignity, hope and opportunity.
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