Huawei has signed a partnership with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to develop a solar photovoltaic (PV) facility, aimed at expanding the country’s clean energy capacity. This collaboration was highlighted in a statement from the Presidency, which detailed President Bola Tinubu’s commitments during the ongoing China-Africa Summit. During President Tinubu’s visit to Huawei’s research center, … Continue reading Huawei and REA inaugurate solar photovoltaic (PV) facility in Nigeria
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Nigeria to establish photovoltaic plants in 25 states
The federal government has expressed commitment to partner with the state governments in facilitating the shift towards their increased participation in the electricity market as envisioned by the Electricity Act, 2023 so as to tackle the issues associated with power supply in the country.Vice President Kashim Shettima stated this at the power sector stakeholders interactive … Continue reading Nigeria to establish photovoltaic plants in 25 states
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Exploring the Promise of Wind Energy in Nigeria
Wind energy, an inexhaustible and renewable source of power, holds immense promise for Nigeria, a country rich in wind resources. The market potential for wind energy in Nigeria is vast, with the possibility of transforming the nation’s energy landscape and contributing significantly to its economic growth. However, despite the enormous potential, several challenges impede the … Continue reading Exploring the Promise of Wind Energy in Nigeria
Continue readingRenewables Can Provide Nearly 60 Per Cent of Nigeria’s Energy Demand by 2050
Nearly 60 per cent of Nigeria’s energy demand in 2050 can be met with renewable energy sources, saving 40 per cent in natural gas and 65 per cent in oil needs at the same time, according to a new report by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA). With a growing population and a range of … Continue reading Renewables Can Provide Nearly 60 Per Cent of Nigeria’s Energy Demand by 2050
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Nigeria to commission 10MW Katsina wind farm
The Federal Government (FG) on Thursday said it is set to commission the 10 Megawatts to wind farm sited at Lambar Rimi area of Katsina State. The project, which commenced in 2005 when the late Umaru Musa Yar’adua was governor of the state before it was taken over by the Federal Government in 2007. The … Continue reading Nigeria to commission 10MW Katsina wind farm
Continue readingNigeria: ‘We can power entire South East, others with wind energy’
In this interview with CHUKS EZE, who visited his workshop in Enugu, Omeh reveals that his company has carried out a successful research and development of wind turbine as a source of alternative energy, adding that it is currently seeking cooperation, partnership and patronage from government, organisations and well-to-do individuals in order to commercialise the … Continue reading Nigeria: ‘We can power entire South East, others with wind energy’
Continue readingAgreements signed for two solar power plants in Nigeria
Government-backed wholesaler Nigeria Bulk Electricity Trading (NBET) has signed put call options agreements with two renewable energy developers for solar projects with collective capacity of 120 MW. NBET signed the agreement with Afrinergia Power, a Nigerian renewables developer for the construction of a 50-MW solar plant in Nasarawa State. Afrinergia says the plant will generate … Continue reading Agreements signed for two solar power plants in Nigeria
Continue readingNew Investors join Scatec Solar to develop the 100 MW Nova Scotia Solar Power Project in Nigeria
Scatec Solar (www.ScatecSolar.com) has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Africa50, an African Infrastructure Fund sponsored by the African Development Bank and more than 20 African States and Norfund (the Norwegian Investment Fund for Development Countries), securing investment into the 100 MW (DC) Nova Scotia Power plant located in Dutse in the Northern Nigerian state … Continue reading New Investors join Scatec Solar to develop the 100 MW Nova Scotia Solar Power Project in Nigeria
Continue readingUSTDA partners with Nigerian renewable energy company on solar power project
Today, during Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari’s visit to the United States, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency provided a grant to Quaint Global Energy Solutions for a solar power project they are developing in northern Nigeria. “This project is a great example of how the U.S. and Nigeria are working together to increase electricity access … Continue reading USTDA partners with Nigerian renewable energy company on solar power project
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Nigeria’s first wind farm with 37 wind turbines almost complete
The wind velocity in Katsina is quite high, making it a conducive place to develop a wind farm. The wind farm is situated in Rimi village, 25 km south of Katsina City. 37 wind turbines, with a capacity of 275kW each, have already begun functioning on a trial basis and the transmission line … Continue reading Nigeria’s first wind farm with 37 wind turbines almost complete
Continue readingWind power in Nigeria: Katsina Wind Farm 98 Per Cent Completed
The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Power, Dr Godknows Igali, on Friday said that the 10 megawatts Katsina State Wind Farm was 98 per cent completed. This is contained in a statement signed by Mr Timothy Oyedeji, Deputy Director in charge of Press, in Abuja. Igali attributed the delay in the completion of the project … Continue reading Wind power in Nigeria: Katsina Wind Farm 98 Per Cent Completed
Continue readingRenewable energy is taking domination in Nigeria
Renewable energy is taking domination in Nigeria with the country targeting to accomplish 7 percent renewable energy use by 2025. With the aid of solar energy, the country is working to provide power security to about 160 million of her population and boost her economy. The solar energy project is however unlocking the country’s economical … Continue reading Renewable energy is taking domination in Nigeria
Continue readingSolar energy is best solution to Nigeria’s power challenge
The Chief Executive Officer of Omatek Ventures Plc, Mrs. Florence Seriki has said the best way to address the short fall in power generation and distribution and also cut down on wasteful consumption of electricity in the country, is to adopt solar energy. Seriki, who extended her business venture from assembling and manufacturing … Continue reading Solar energy is best solution to Nigeria’s power challenge
Continue readingNigeria signs MOU for 1000 MW solar energy plant
The Nigerian Government on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Firstgate Business Intermediaries Limited and its South Korean technical partners to construct the 1,000 MW solar power plant in Kogi State in northern Nigeria. Nigeria’s Guardian newspaper report on Friday quotes the Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo, as saying during the signing … Continue reading Nigeria signs MOU for 1000 MW solar energy plant
Continue readingGE Brings Solar Power to Nigeria
GE (NYSE: GE) today announced it will supply Northern Noodles Ltd., a subsidiary of DUFIL and Tolaram Group, with solar technology to reduce emissions at a food manufacturing plant in Kaduna, Nigeria. The 575 kilowatt photovoltaic (PV) plant will be integrated with the company’s existing diesel generators and micro-grid system. Once installed, the hybrid solution … Continue reading GE Brings Solar Power to Nigeria
Continue readingSolar energy in Nigeria: New Generation Power inks 1.2 GW photovoltaic deal
New Generation Power (NGP) and local company Motir Seaspire have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Nigeria’s government to build 1.2GW of solar PV projects. The partners estimate total investment will exceed $2bn, with construction of the first project to begin soon. Once completed, the Nigerian Solar Project’s components are expected to deliver … Continue reading Solar energy in Nigeria: New Generation Power inks 1.2 GW photovoltaic deal
Continue readingAmerican Firm plans 1200 MW solar power plant in Nigeria
A consortium of American investors in renewable energy has pledged to deliver in two years, 1,200 megawatts (MW) of solar-powered electricity in Nigeria.Nigeria’s Thisday newspaper report on Tuesday said that the consortium, operating under the auspices of MOTIR SEASPIRE and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Nigeria’s Minister of Power, Prof. Chinedu Nebo in … Continue reading American Firm plans 1200 MW solar power plant in Nigeria
Continue readingNigeria targets 7,200 MW from solar power
Promotion of renewable energy and energy efficiency in Nigeria will address the challenges. Renewable energy are cleaner sources of energy, and therefore are sustainable forms of energy. “Renewable energy can continuously be harvested because they are inexhaustible in supply and have been considered by most developing countries as an essential component of extending access to … Continue reading Nigeria targets 7,200 MW from solar power
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West Africa Emerges as Leading Region in Africa for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
The ECOWAS Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Status Report, produced collaboratively by REN21 and ECREEE with lead authorship from the Worldwatch Institute, provides a regional perspective on the renewable energy and energy efficiency market and industry development in West Africa. Launched on November 10, 2014, the report concludes that renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies have … Continue reading West Africa Emerges as Leading Region in Africa for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency
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57 Percent of West Africans Lack Access to Electricity
The African Development Bank (AfDB) has said that more than 57 per cent of the people in West Africa are without access to electricity. The bank stated this in its “West Africa Monitor Quarterly”, for the second quarter of 2014 report. It said that the percentage approximated the average for sub-Saharan Africa,” but extremely low … Continue reading 57 Percent of West Africans Lack Access to Electricity
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