On the 31st January, 2023 A4&T Power Solutions announced the groundbreaking ceremony for the 0.88 MW Solar Hybrid Interconnected Mini-grid (scalable up to 2MWp) Power Plant project. This project is expected to provide energy access to over 12,500 people in five communities in Epe, Eredo LGA of Lagos State.
The Project is a part of the IMAS program which aims at connecting approximately 27,600 households and impacting over 138,000 Nigerians. The program is led by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) under the Federal Government of Nigeria Ministry of Power, with funded support from the European Union and the German government through the Nigerian Energy Support Program (NESP).
The 0.88 MW (scalable up to 2 MW) interconnected solar mini-grid, being developed by A4&T Power Solutions Limited, in partnership with Ikeja Electric PLC, is expected to provide energy access to over 12,500 people in five (5) communities in Epe, Eredo LGA of Lagos State. The project is a product of the Interconnected Mini-grid Access Scheme (IMAS) program.
The Lagos State Government, represented by the Honorable Commissioner for Energy & Mineral Resources – Engr. Olalere Odusote, was present to witness the groundbreaking ceremony for the development of an interconnected solar mini grid in Epe area of Lagos State.
Speaking at the event, Engr. Odusote – the State Commissioner for Energy & Mineral Resources, stated “… this is a laudable project and a step in the right direction towards bridging the energy gap and enabling universal sustainable energy access in Lagos State. The Lagos State Government, via its Off-grid Electrification Strategy and Action Plan, has set a target to achieve ~1GW of Solar PV generation by 2030, and collaborative efforts of players in the sector, such as is being witnessed today between A4&T Power Solutions Limited and Ikeja Electric PLC, will help to accelerate the achievement of this target”. In line with its T.H.E.M.E.S agenda of making Lagos a 21st Century Economy, the Babatunde Olusola Sanwo-Olu administration is dedicated to fostering investment in the electricity sector towards achieving an optimal energy mix and will continue to support, encourage, and partner with forward-thinking corporate entities to further promote and deepen sustainable off-grid electrification in the State
Engr. Odusote thanked A4&T Power Solutions Limited and its development partners for choosing Lagos State as the investment destination and commended the management of Ikeja Electric PLC for its dedication and demonstrated efforts towards improving electricity supply in unserved and underserved communities across Lagos State.
In closing, Engr. Odusote reiterated the commitment of the BOS administration to supporting collaborative efforts aimed at accelerating sustainable energy access across the State as it continues to provide forward thinking leadership and the enabling environment towards facilitating improved electricity supply for its continuously increasing populace.
The occasion was also graced with the presence of the Special Adviser to Lagos State on Innovation and Technology, Mr Tubosun Alake who stated that the initiative will support the advancement of digital transformation and provide alternative energy options for digital businesses within the state. The Head of Business Development Ikeja Electric (IE), Ms Obianuju Okweze, while giving her goodwill message on behalf of the IE DISCO expressed the company’s commitment to serving underserved customers and reducing the over-dependence on the grid. The Epe mini-grid power plant will be powered by Solar and Gas, which will improve the energy mix and it is expected to benefit approximately 12,500 people while reducing tons CO2 emissions yearly.
The Chairman, Board of Directors A4&T, Mr Victor Afolabi in his speech expressed the delight of all the company’s stakeholders about the project. He shared that the organization’s strategic objective is to continue to raise the bar of innovation in the industry through integrated utilities. The CEO of A4&T Power Solutions, Mr Ayo Ademilua, provided an in-depth insight into the structure of the Hybrid Interconnected mini-grid plant. The CEO hinted on some unique modern technologies like Electric Vehicle charging station to power Electric motorcycles, Three Wheelers (popularly known as keke marwa) and Electric vehicles that will be demonstrated in the communities to further promote cleaner environment and reduction of carbon footprint in Lagos State.
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Composed and written by Edun Michael
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