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Nigeria's power sector requires an additional $23 billion in investment to meet surging demand driven by population growth and AI, according to the head of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA).
Delta State and the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) are collaborating on solar power projects for healthcare centers. This partnership aims to provide sustainable energy solutions to medical facilities.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has reported that over 85 million Nigerians currently lack access to reliable grid power. This significant deficit highlights the ongoing challenges in providing consistent electricity across the country.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and the SAPZ programme have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to provide affordable energy to 103,000 beneficiaries in Nigeria's agro-industrial zones.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is expanding mini-grids in Plateau State and has welcomed former Governor Fayose to its governing board, aiming to boost rural electrification.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is reorienting its strategy to prioritize productive electricity access, aiming to stimulate rural enterprise and agriculture rather than solely expanding infrastructure.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has launched a 505kWp solar mini-grid in Epe, Lagos State, providing reliable electricity to five underserved communities and advancing Nigeria’s clean energy goals.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has been ranked as the best for ethics, integrity, and compliance in Nigeria’s power sector by the ICPC’s 2025 assessment.
Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA) proposes a N170bn 2026 budget to execute over 500 projects, aiming to expand power to rural communities. Read More: https://punchng.com/rea-plans-500-power-projects-in-n170bn-2026-budget/
The House of Representatives has summoned contractors handling renewable energy projects under the Rural Electrification Agency (REA)’s Energising Education Programme (EEP) Phases I–III, as part of an ongoing probe into the implementation of green energy initiatives across federal institutions. The post Reps summon REA contractors over energising education projects appeared first on Vanguard News.
Nigeria's Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has partnered with Alpha Morgan Bank in a N50 billion project financing deal to accelerate the deployment of renewable energy projects and expand electricity access in underserved areas.
Nigeria's Minister of Power, Joseph Tegbe, officially inaugurated Fayose as the new chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) governing board in Abuja.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ekiti State has issued a reaction following President Bola Tinubu's appointment of former governor Ayodele Fayose to head the federal agency, Rural Electrification Agency (REA), in mid-July.
Nigeria's Rural Electrification Agency (REA) plans to establish 3.7 gigawatts of local solar photovoltaic panel manufacturing capacity by 2027, as part of efforts to expand electricity access and close the nation's power gap.
The brother of former governor Fayose has advised him against accepting the chairmanship appointment for the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). He stated that Fayose is 'too big' for the position.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has initiated 42 renewable energy projects across Adamawa and Kebbi states in Nigeria. These projects aim to expand electricity access and enhance power supply in the regions.
The Nigerian Senate has issued a one-week ultimatum to the Bank of Agriculture (BOA), Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Company (NSPMC), and Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to appear and respond to outstanding audit queries.
A N7.4 billion renewable energy project is underway in Ebonyi, a collaboration between the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) and Lotus Bank, aiming to deliver 7MW of power to over 30,000 homes.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) in Nigeria has confirmed steady progress on its $750 million DARES solar projects, which aim to provide electricity to 17.5 million people across the country.
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is set to launch RAMCO on August 26, 2026, to boost long-term investment and sustainability in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector.
Former Ekiti Governor, Ayodele Fayose, has been inaugurated as the Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) board, where he pledged to expand electricity access across the country.
The head of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) stated that an energy map will be crucial in unlocking and guiding targeted investments in the power sector.
Nigeria's National Communications Commission (NCC) and Rural Electrification Agency (REA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to power telecom infrastructure with renewable energy, aiming to reduce diesel dependence and expand network coverage.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Ekiti State Governor, Ayo Fayose, as Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Board, along with 28 other individuals, including Abuh Mohammed as Director-General of the National Population Commission, to top government positions.
The Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) stated that mini-grids are now commercially viable and increasingly attractive to investors. This assessment highlights a positive outlook for decentralized energy solutions.
Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has disbursed N9bn to support the deployment of mini-grid projects, aiming to boost renewable energy access across the country.
Nigeria's Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has proposed a budget of ₦170 billion for 500 electrification projects in 2026. These projects aim to expand grid extension, deploy renewable mini-grids, and provide solar home systems to underserved communities and public institutions.
A Nigerian House of Representatives committee is threatening to order the arrest of the Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) for failing to appear before them.