REA targets 3.7GW solar manufacturing to close Nigeria’s power gap

By Obas Esiedesa The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has unveiled plans to establish 3.7 gigawatts (GW) of local solar photovoltaic (PV) panel manufacturing capacity by the end of 2027 as Nigeria intensifies efforts to expand electricity access and reduce dependence on imported renewable energy equipment. Managing Director of the agency, Engr. Abba Aliyu, disclosed the initiative…