Adamawa, Kaduna Approve Mini-grid Projects for 33,262 Homes

Adamawa and Kaduna states have approved land titles for mini-grid projects that will provide electricity to 33,262 homes. The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) issued certificates for three major mini-grid sites in Adamawa, including Kofar in Yola South LGA, Mbamba in Yola South LGA, and Saminaka in Fufore LGA, with capacities ranging from 0.8 MWp to 8.0 MWp.

In Kaduna, land titles were secured for projects in Chikun LGA and Makarfi LGA, targeting capacities of 2.0 MWp and 4.0 MWp, respectively. The REA emphasized the importance of these projects in improving energy access and supporting economic growth in underserved communities.

The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance renewable energy deployment and facilitate private sector participation in Nigeria's energy transition. The REA's framework aims to accelerate electrification and promote sustainable growth through the deployment of approximately 213,436 MWp of solar PV capacity across participating communities.