Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has commenced the development of 37 solar-powered mini-grid projects in Zamfara State, in a major move aimed at expanding electricity access to underserved communities.
The projects comprise two interconnected mini-grids and 35 isolated mini-grids, with a combined generation capacity of approximately 18.8 megawatts-peak (MWp).
According to reports, the initiative is expected to provide 125,106 electricity connections across seven Local Government Areas of the state, including Gummi, Gusau, Kaura Namoda, Maradun, Shinkafi, Tsafe and Zurmi.
The flag-off ceremony, held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, also featured the unveiling of the Zamfara State Electricity Policy and the signing of a collaboration agreement between the REA and the Zamfara State Government.
The agreement is expected to support the expansion of renewable electricity supply to public institutions and critical government facilities across the state.
Speaking at the event, REA Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Dr Abba Aliyu, said the projects represent a shift towards an integrated electricity system that combines infrastructure development, government policy and private-sector investment.
He explained that the initiative could potentially benefit more than 625,000 people, based on an estimated five persons per household-equivalent connection, although the actual number will depend on the final mix of residential, commercial and institutional connections.
The Minister of Power, Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe, also described the development as part of the Federal Government’s efforts to improve electricity access, support businesses and strengthen economic activities through decentralised power infrastructure.
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