By Ade Iyamoye
The Federal Government has launched a 990kW interconnected mini-grid to provide electricity to 3,900 households and businesses in Lambata, Gurara LGA, Niger State.
Funded by the European Union and the German government with €9.7 million, the project is part of the Interconnected Mini-grid Accelerated Scheme (IMAS), and is expected to expand to 1.5MW in the coming years.
Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, described the initiative as a transformative step for the community, enhancing local businesses, healthcare, and education.
He emphasized its role in reducing reliance on diesel and kerosene, contributing to Nigeria’s environmental sustainability goals.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Managing Director, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, highlighted the project’s impact on over 125,000 individuals nationwide, reinforcing the government’s commitment to renewable energy solutions.
Niger State Governor, Muhammed Bago, pledged further collaboration with REA to expand mini-grid access across the state.
Meanwhile, EU and German representatives reaffirmed their long-term commitment to funding Nigeria’s clean energy transition, with over €200 million already invested in mini-grid projects across the country.
