Solar, Storage & Mini-Grid EPC in Nigeria
Nigeria's regulator raised the isolated mini-grid cap to 5 MW in January 2026, removing the ceiling that had blocked larger rural projects. That single change reshapes the market.
- Regulator
- NERC
- Rural agency
- REA
- Mini-grid cap
- 5 MW since Jan 2026
- Best fit
- C&I and mini-grid
The market
Nigeria's regulatory change matters. NERC-R-001-2026 raised isolated mini-grid caps to 5 MW, removing the previous 1 MW ceiling that had blocked larger projects in high-density rural areas. Projects that were uneconomic at 1 MW become viable at five.
Alongside that, the Rural Electrification Agency issues large volumes of tenders for solar mini-grids and standalone systems. And in the commercial sector, unreliable grid supply means most substantial businesses already pay for diesel generation — the comparison solar has to beat is diesel, not the tariff.
This is a strong fit for our model. Mini-grid and C&I projects in Nigeria are frequently DFI-funded, and our EPC-plus-financing capability is designed for exactly that structure.
Who governs a project here
| Function | Body |
|---|---|
| Regulator | Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) |
| Rural electrification | Rural Electrification Agency (REA) |
| Distribution | Distribution companies (DisCos) |
| Mini-grid framework | NERC-R-001-2026, isolated cap 5 MW |
Where we fit
Commercial and industrial diesel displacement, mini-grid development and DFI-funded electrification programmes. Our group's experience mobilising to sites with limited supporting infrastructure is directly transferable.
What we deliver
- Commercial and industrial solar with storage, sized against diesel displacement
- Isolated and interconnected mini-grids up to the 5 MW cap
- Utility-scale solar EPC
- EPC-plus-financing structured with development finance institutions
- Feasibility, demand studies and bankable tender packages
- Long-term operations and maintenance
Frequently asked questions
What is the mini-grid capacity limit in Nigeria?
NERC-R-001-2026 raised the isolated mini-grid cap to 5 MW in January 2026, replacing the previous 1 MW ceiling that had restricted larger projects in high-density rural areas.
Who regulates solar in Nigeria?
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) regulates the sector, the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) drives off-grid and mini-grid electrification, and distribution companies handle grid connection.
What is the commercial case for solar in Nigeria?
For most substantial businesses, solar competes against the delivered cost of diesel generation rather than against grid tariffs, because grid supply is unreliable and private generation is already being paid for.
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