Nigeria Launches Off-Grid Coordination Secretariat for Power

On September 30, 2026, the Nigerian government officially relaunched the Off-Grid Stakeholder Coordination and Partnership Forum in Abuja, organized by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The event featured key partners such as Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit, UK Partnering for Accelerated Climate Transitions, SNV Netherlands Development Organisation, Global Off-Grid Lighting Association, and Murty International Ltd.

Minister of Power Joseph Tegbe, represented by Chief of Staff Doyin Adelabu, identified sector fragmentation as a significant barrier to rapid electrification. He announced the establishment of the Off-Grid Coordination Secretariat, which will facilitate issue-based working groups and promote shared market intelligence.

Tegbe urged stakeholders, including development partners and private operators, to actively participate. REA Managing Director Abba Aliyu emphasized the need for a centralized platform to enhance project identification and resource allocation.

The Secretariat aims to streamline the project lifecycle, improve efficiency, and ensure equitable resource distribution across underserved communities.