Nigeria has entered into a 2,600-megawatt solar module supply agreement with LONGi Solar France SARL.
The Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Uche Nnaji, announced the deal in a statement on Wednesday.
According to the statement, the solar modules will be used to power Nigeria’s Green Hydrogen Hub Project, which is located in the Liberty Oil & Gas Free Trade Zone in Akwa Ibom State.
The Project aims to position Nigeria as a regional leader in clean energy, utilizing its vast solar resources to drive industrial growth, hydrogen exports, and clean mobility solutions.
Nnaji stated that the deal, facilitated by his ministry, is one of the largest solar procurement agreements in sub-Saharan Africa, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to sustainable energy development.
This agreement marks a significant step in Nigeria’s renewable energy goals, boosting its role in the global green hydrogen market.
With the 2,600MW solar installation, Nigeria is now closer to joining the ranks of the world’s largest solar projects, such as China’s Midong Solar Park, which has a capacity of 3,500MW.
When fully operational, the Nigerian project is set to generate over 20,000 direct jobs in areas like engineering, logistics, research and development, and maintenance.
The solar-powered hydrogen hub will drive industrial-scale green hydrogen production, supporting local industries, increasing exports, and advancing clean transportation, particularly in the marine and heavy transport sectors.
The Director General & Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, said “Deploying LONGi’s high-efficiency modules in Nigeria’s hot, humid climate means more energy yield per square meter and faster return on investment.
“This is precision technology meeting raw African potential — the synergy is transformative.”
