The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in collaboration with the European Union and the German Government, inaugurated a 504kW interconnected mini-grid in Epe on Wednesday. This development comes after years of power outages in the community due to equipment vandalism, marking a significant step towards restoring electricity access for residents.

The Federal Government has launched a 505kW solar mini-grid in Epe, Lagos, with plans for an additional 5MW expansion aimed at enhancing electricity access and supporting economic growth.

WeLight, Africa’s largest solar mini-grid operator, has secured $31 million to support its expansion efforts in Nigeria. The funding aims to enhance electricity access in some of the continent's most underserved communities.

The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Dr Abba Aliyu, stated that mini-grids have evolved from simple rural electrification projects into a commercially viable model for electricity delivery in Nigeria. This shift is expected to help de-risk the country's power sector and attract significant private investment, as reported by Vanguard.

Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, has praised the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) for its projects, stating they are significantly improving the lives of Nigerians. This commendation coincides with the commissioning of a 505kWp interconnected solar mini-grid in Epe.

According to Punch, Nigeria has become a leading exporter of solar modules to the United States, responding to new trade regulations aimed at China. This development highlights Nigeria's growing role in the global clean energy market.