Enugu State has secured a $200 million investment to develop a 100-megawatt solar power project aimed at improving electricity supply to households, businesses and agricultural enterprises.

The proposed project, estimated at about ₦300 billion, will combine solar power generation with battery storage to provide more reliable electricity across the state.

The investment was disclosed following a meeting between Governor Peter Mbah and a delegation from Eauxwell Nigeria Ltd., led by its Managing Director, Edwin Enwegbara, at the Government House in Enugu on Thursday, according to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).

The initiative is expected to support households, agricultural processors, small businesses and other enterprises facing electricity supply challenges.

Enugu Reviews Solar Tariffs, Project Timeline

Mbah said the state’s objective was not merely to attract investment but to establish an electricity market capable of providing reliable and affordable power.

He noted that the tariff assumptions and financial model presented by the investors required further review to balance investors’ cost recovery with consumers’ ability to pay.

The governor also called for a shorter implementation timeline and pledged government support to remove bureaucratic and institutional obstacles that could delay the project.

Enwegbara said the final electricity tariff would be determined in consultation with regulators, taking into account the costs of delivering power and the need to keep electricity affordable.

The project’s combination of solar generation and battery storage is intended to support more consistent electricity supply to homes, businesses and agricultural processors.

Olufemi Akinyelure, Head of the Nigeria Electrification Programme at the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), joined the meeting virtually to explain the structure and implementation of the Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) programme.

Niger State Pursues Similar 100MW Solar Project

Enugu’s proposed investment follows a similar initiative in Niger State, where the government secured a $150 million Islamic Development Bank loan in July for a 100MW solar power project.

Mustapha Abubakar, Chairman of the New Niger Development Project, said the state would contribute an additional $10 million, bringing the stated funding to $160 million.

The project is planned for Maikunkele and is expected to include social intervention programmes for surrounding communities.

In January, Niger State announced plans for the solar electrification project, valued at approximately $163 million. The proposed development covers 200 hectares and is designed to support households, businesses, agriculture and industrial activity while reducing reliance on the national grid.

DARES Targets 17.5 Million Nigerians

Nigeria is increasingly pursuing renewable energy projects to expand electricity access amid persistent grid challenges and inadequate supply.

The Rural Electrification Agency has also reported growth in domestic solar panel manufacturing capacity, with Managing Director Abba Aliyu saying production capacity had increased to 300MW from 120MW two years earlier.

The sector’s development pipeline was reported at 3.7 gigawatts, while renewable energy investments reached approximately $425 million in 2025, supporting eight manufacturing facilities.

The 2026 Mini-Grid Regulations also permit interconnected mini-grids of up to 10MW and simplify certain licensing and environmental assessment processes.

Meanwhile, the DARES programme aims to connect 17.5 million Nigerians through more than 2.5 million household connections and 1,350 mini-grids, including 250 interconnected systems.

Backed by $750 million in funding, the programme is expected to attract an additional $1.1 billion in private investment.

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Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL), in partnership with Post-Service Housing Development Limited (PHDL) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), has commissioned 50 energy-efficient homes for the spouses of Nigeria’s fallen military personnel in Ibadan, Oyo State.

The two-bedroom detached homes are located at the PHDL Pacesetter Estate in the Akobo area of Ibadan and were delivered as part of an intervention aimed at providing secure and dignified accommodation for families of military personnel who died in service.

The commissioning brought together representatives of the Federal Government, Nigerian Army, development partners and other stakeholders.

Representing the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of FHFL, Abdul Mutallab Mukhtar, the Executive Director, Operations, Dr Henry Emeka Inegbu, said the initiative was designed to provide stability and security for the families of fallen heroes.

He said the intervention went beyond providing physical structures, noting that FHFL also planned to support the beneficiaries with skills development and livelihood opportunities to strengthen their economic independence.

“This initiative is about providing the wives of our fallen heroes with the security and stability that comes with having a home of their own,” Inegbu said.

He said the husbands of the beneficiaries had given their lives in service to Nigeria and that the country had a responsibility to provide meaningful support to the families they left behind.

According to him, the project reflects FHFL’s approach of combining housing delivery with sustainability and broader social impact.

The homes were formally commissioned on behalf of the Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, by the General Officer Commanding, 2 Division, Nigerian Army, Major General Auwalu Mahmuda.

Representing the Chief of Army Staff, Mahmuda reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to initiatives that support the families of fallen personnel.

He said the Army recognised the sacrifices made by its personnel and would continue to support interventions that provide housing and other forms of assistance to their families.

According to him, the homes would provide the beneficiaries with greater security, stability and dignity while acknowledging the sacrifices made by their husbands.

He commended FHFL and PHDL for bringing the project to completion and acknowledged the contributions of the other partners involved.

Homes equipped with solar power and other facilities

The housing project incorporates energy-efficient features and supporting infrastructure intended to improve living conditions for the beneficiaries.

FHFL said the homes were equipped with solar power systems, while the estate also has solar-powered streetlights, industrial boreholes and a water distribution system.

The provision of the infrastructure is intended to ensure that beneficiaries have access to basic services alongside the housing units.

The project was delivered through collaboration between the Nigerian Army, PHDL and FHFL, with NASENI also contributing to the initiative.

PHDL Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Major General Kevin Ukandu, said the project represented more than the provision of accommodation.

He said the homes were intended to give widows and their families a foundation of security, stability and dignity as they rebuild their lives after losing their loved ones.

Ukandu also reaffirmed PHDL’s commitment to working with government agencies, state governments and other partners to deliver housing interventions that support military personnel, veterans and their families.

Skills development planned for beneficiaries

In addition to homeownership, the project includes plans to provide skills development and livelihood support for the beneficiaries.

FHFL said the programme would help equip the women with economic skills and create opportunities for greater self-reliance.

Inegbu said the organisation’s support for the beneficiaries would therefore extend beyond the handover of the houses.

The aim, he said, was to help the families build sustainable livelihoods while having access to secure homes.

The project aligns with FHFL’s broader social housing mandate of expanding access to quality and affordable housing, particularly for vulnerable households.

Keys presented to beneficiaries

The commissioning included the presentation of keys to the beneficiaries, with the widows receiving their homes amid expressions of appreciation.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mrs Grace Abiodun Adenodi thanked the Nigerian Army, the Chief of Army Staff, PHDL and FHFL for the intervention.

She said the gesture demonstrated that the sacrifices made by their late husbands had not been forgotten.

The project also provided housing support to a soldier who was wounded in the line of duty. A housing unit was presented to Lance Corporal Olufemi Olalekan, who sustained facial injuries from an improvised explosive device.

The commissioning of the 50 homes follows earlier discussions between FHFL and PHDL on expanding their partnership in housing development and welfare interventions for military personnel and their families.

PHDL had previously said the partnership could be replicated in other locations as part of efforts to provide additional housing support to military families.

The Ibadan project therefore combines social housing, energy efficiency and welfare support in an intervention targeted at families who lost loved ones in military service.

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The Federal Government has expanded Nigeria’s renewable energy programme with the rollout of 60.82 megawatts (MW) of mini-grid projects, reinforcing efforts to improve electricity access for underserved communities while supporting economic growth and sustainable development. The initiative forms part of the country’s broader strategy to increase clean energy adoption and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. (punchng.com)

The projects are being implemented through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in partnership with development partners and private sector investors. The mini-grid programme is designed to provide reliable electricity to homes, schools, healthcare facilities, markets, and small businesses located in communities that are either off the national grid or receive limited power supply. (punchng.com)

According to the REA, the latest rollout will improve access to affordable and sustainable electricity for thousands of Nigerians while stimulating local economic activities. Reliable electricity is expected to support businesses, improve healthcare delivery, enhance educational outcomes, and create employment opportunities in beneficiary communities.

The agency explained that renewable mini-grids have become an important component of Nigeria’s energy transition strategy because they can be deployed more quickly and cost-effectively than extending the national transmission grid to remote areas. Solar-powered systems, battery storage, and other clean energy technologies are expected to play a growing role in meeting the country’s increasing electricity demand.

Government officials noted that expanding renewable energy infrastructure will also contribute to environmental sustainability by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting cleaner sources of power generation. The initiative aligns with Nigeria’s commitment to increasing energy access while supporting global climate and sustainable development goals.

Energy experts say mini-grids are becoming an increasingly important solution for addressing Nigeria’s electricity deficit, particularly in rural communities where grid expansion remains economically challenging. They note that reliable power supply can improve productivity, encourage investment, strengthen local industries, and support housing development through access to modern infrastructure.

Stakeholders also believe that continued collaboration between government, development finance institutions, and private investors will be essential to scaling renewable energy projects nationwide. They argue that sustained investment in decentralised energy systems will help improve electricity reliability, enhance economic resilience, and accelerate inclusive development across Nigeria.

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Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, says it spends nearly ₦4 billion annually on electricity, a situation the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Adamu Ahmed, described as crippling and unsustainable.

“The university spends close to ₦4 billion every year on energy. This figure is not only shocking but clearly unsustainable. It is crippling our operations and undermining our ability to deliver quality education and conduct meaningful research.”

Speaking at a press conference to mark ABU’s 63rd anniversary, Ahmed said the institution could no longer rely on the national grid, noting that it had begun transitioning to renewable energy to reduce costs and achieve stability.

“We have embarked on a renewable energy drive to achieve self-reliance. ABU is taking its destiny into its own hands while continuing to seek external support to sustain growth.”

He disclosed that the Federal Government had provided ₦1 billion through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) to ease the university’s energy burden, while a 10-megawatt solar project had been approved to provide stable power. Members of the university’s alumni, particularly the SBS Class of 1975, are also supporting a solar-powered CBT centre.

Reflecting on ABU’s founding vision, Ahmed said the university was established in 1962 by the late Premier of Northern Nigeria, Sir Ahmadu Bello, to serve as a bridge of unity and progress.

“Sir Ahmadu Bello founded ABU to train the manpower required for the development of Northern Nigeria and, by extension, the whole country. He envisioned an institution rooted in service, excellence, and unity.”

He lamented that insecurity and poverty had slowed the North’s development, stressing that ABU would intensify research, agricultural innovation, and policy advocacy to address those challenges.

“Insecurity and poverty have undermined the North’s development and affected educational growth. ABU will intensify research, agricultural innovation, and policy advocacy to help restore hope and stability to our region.”

Ahmed said ABU remains the most resource-endowed agricultural research institution in West Africa, with facilities such as the Institute for Agricultural Research and the National Animal Production Research Institute.

“No other university in West Africa has the kind of agricultural research capacity we possess. We have the knowledge, the manpower, and the facilities to drive food security and rural development.”

He added that Times Higher Education ranked ABU as Nigeria’s best public university in 2025, with the institution securing over $20 million in international research grants and registering more than 30 patents.

“Funding remains a major challenge. We are therefore focusing on digital education, commercialising research, and nurturing start-ups from our innovations to make ABU more self-sustaining.”

The Vice Chancellor urged alumni to support their alma mater through endowments, donations, and mentorship.

“Our alumni are ABU’s greatest strength. The Sardauna gave you an opportunity; now it’s time to give back. You have the resources, the influence, and the talent to secure the future of this great university.”

As ABU celebrates its 63rd anniversary, Ahmed reaffirmed the university’s commitment to unity, service, and excellence.

“We have come a long way, but the journey continues. ABU will keep shining as a beacon of hope, knowledge, and national integration.”

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