Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency is seeking effective collaboration with states to provide sustainable energy solutions that will transform lives and stimulate local economies.
The agency said this at the unveiling of a 990kWp interconnected mini-grid to supply electricity to over 3500 households and businesses in Lambata, Gurara local government area of Niger state.
The mandate of the Rural Electrification Agency is to provide sustainable energy solutions that meet the growing needs of rural unserved and underserved communities across Nigeria.
In keeping with its mandate, the agency has commissioned the Interconnected Mini-grid Accelerated Scheme, IMAS, in Lambata, the second under the scheme.
The project was funded by the European Union and the German government at the cost of 9.3m Euros and it is expected to be scaled up to 1.5mw in the coming years.
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, believes the project will transform the community and impact on its economy.
Beyond its immediate benefits, IMAS supports the nation’s long-term environmental sustainability goals, the minister insists every Nigerian deserves a good life.
For the Rural Electrification Agency, the 990kWp IMAS represents a critical investment in the socio-economic development of the community.
By providing reliable electricity, the project will drive local economic activities, empower small businesses and create job opportunities.
The Niger state government is pleased with the prospects of the initiative and promises to partner with the agency.
The collaborating partners say over £200 million has been spent to support mini-grids in Nigeria as they renew commitment to do more to enhance the quality of lives for the people.
The agency describes the project as a testament to the power of collaboration in addressing the energy needs of underserved communities in Nigeria.
It called on the people of Lambata to see the project as their own and work towards sustaining it for the good of all.
