FG Begins 16MW Solar Mini-grid Project in Gombe, Inaugurates New Facility
Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The federal government through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in partnership with the Gombe State Government and a private developer, has begun construction of a 16MW network
The federal government has commenced construction of a 16MW solar mini-grid project in Gombe State, in partnership with the state government and a private developer. The initiative, which is part of President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, aims to bring electricity access to underserved communities, stimulate local businesses, and strengthen rural economies.
The project includes the commissioning of a 1MW solar mini-grid in Tallasse, Balanga Local Government Area, ending a 17-year electricity blackout and serving 6,028 connections. Additionally, the groundbreaking ceremony for a 16MW network of four interconnected solar mini-grids was held, serving Dukku, Bajoga, Kumo, and Kaltungo communities.
The projects are being implemented under the Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) programme, with the aim of providing decentralised power solutions and improving economic activity in the targeted areas.
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