REA begins 37 solar mini-grid projects to connect 125,106 households in Zamfara

Nigeria's Rural Electrification Agency, REA, on Wednesday flagged off the development of two interconnected mini-grids and 35 isolated mini-grids, representing approximately 18.8 megawatts-peak, MWp, of solar generation capacity in Zamfara State. The new projects will connect 125,106 households across Gummi, Gusau, Kaura Namoda, Maradun, Shinkafi, Tsafe and Zurmi Local Government Areas. The groundbreaking and commissioning ceremony also featured the unveiling of the Zamfara State Electricity Policy and the signing of a landmark collaboration agreement between the REA and the Zamfara State Government for the solarisation of public institutions across the state. The agreement will provide a...