{
  "id": 4778603,
  "title": "Firms Invest $4m for Expansion of Solar Mini-Grids in Nigerian States",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/firms-invest-4m-for-expansion-of-solar-mini-grids-in-nigerian-states",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T03:47:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/09/01/firms-invest-4m-for-expansion-of-solar-mini-grids-in-nigerian-states/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "All On and Energise Africa have jointly invested $4 million to expand solar-powered mini-grid infrastructure in 19 communities across Jigawa and Bauchi States, Nigeria. The project, executed by Maskh Nigeria Limited, aims to provide reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity to households, businesses, and public institutions currently lacking dependable electricity access.\n\nCaroline Eboumbou, CEO of All On, highlighted that the $4 million investment, under the Demand Aggregation for Renewable energy Technology (DART) Programme, is expected to benefit 100,000 people by improving access to essential services and reducing dependence on traditional energy alternatives. The solar mini-grids will enable economic and social activity by bringing electricity to homes, schools, health facilities, and small businesses, fostering local economic growth.\n\nRay Coyle, CEO of Energise Africa, emphasized that the investment showcases the company's commitment to local energy companies and supports the transition to clean, reliable power sources in Nigeria. The project is anticipated to create jobs, strengthen local economies, and enhance the overall quality of life for thousands of people in Jigawa and Bauchi States.",
  "summary": "Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt To ensure expansion and access to renewable energy in Nigeria, All On and Energise Africa (EA), invested a total of $4million for the development and",
  "key_points": [
    "$4 million investment to expand solar mini-grids in Nigeria",
    "Project aims to provide reliable, affordable electricity to 100,000 people",
    "Expected to boost economic activity and create jobs in Jigawa and Bauchi States"
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}