The Federal Government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), is set to boost Nigeria’s electricity supply with the rollout of renewable mini-grid projects expected to generate a combined 60.82 megawatts (MW) across six states.
The latest addition is a 13.92-megawatt peak (MWp) interconnected hybrid solar project in Yobe State, officially launched on Wednesday. The project brings the total capacity of recently inaugurated REA renewable energy projects nationwide to 60.82MW.
Before the Yobe project, the agency had already begun work on 46.9MW of renewable energy infrastructure across five states. These include a 20MW mini-grid in Egume, Kogi State, 11.9MWp in Ogu-Bolo, Rivers State, 10MW in Kofare, Adamawa State, 3.5MW in Ambursa, Kebbi State, and 1.5MW in Pankshin, Plateau State.
According to the REA, the Yobe project supported by the World Bank will feature 40 distribution transformers serving major residential and commercial areas to improve electricity access, stabilize power supply, and support local economic growth.
The project consists of:
- 3.20MWp in Nguru,
- 3.20MWp in Yarimaram, Potiskum,
- 2.98MWp in Gashua,
- 2.78MWp in Rugan Fulani, Potiskum, and
- 1.76MWp at Waziri Ibrahim Estate, Damaturu.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni said the initiative aligns with the state’s goal of strengthening infrastructure to enhance industrial development and agricultural productivity.
REA Managing Director Dr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu said the interconnected hybrid mini-grids are designed to integrate with existing distribution networks while expanding electricity access.
He noted that the projects would not only deliver power but also create opportunities for businesses, healthcare facilities, farmers, and local economies to thrive.
Aliyu also revealed that the agency has 14 additional renewable energy projects planned for Yobe State, following a strategic roundtable held in June 2025. Once completed, the projects will add another 15.3MWp of capacity and provide electricity to about 23,870 new connections, including communities such as Jawur Katamma, Federal Polytechnic Damaturu, and Dibbwol.