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Nigeria Exceeds Renewable Energy Targets with Solar Projects Lighting Up Universities and Rural Areas

August 25, 2025 by Joshua Ezim

Nigeria has crossed a major milestone in its renewable energy drive. All eight promised university mini grids are now complete. Officials confirmed that four, in Yola, Dimban Casina, Looa in Ki, and Imo State in Owerri, are undergoing technical testing before going live. This marks a turning point for higher institutions that have faced years … Read more

Government Surpasses Renewable Energy Pledge as 91 Mini Grids Commissioned, Exceeding Target by 50%

August 25, 2025 by Joshua Ezim

Nigeria’s renewable energy drive has recorded a major breakthrough. Government officials announced the commissioning of 91 mini grids across different communities. The achievement followed a promise made in February last year to deliver 60 mini grids within six months. Instead of meeting only the target, authorities surpassed it by almost 50 percent. In that February … Read more