More than 70,000 Nigerians will benefit from the Africa Mini-Grids Program, backed by the Global Environment Facility as part of a broader effort to expand rural electrification.

The United Nations Development Programme is collaborating with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency to support this initiative.

The Rural Electrification Agency made this disclosure in a post on Saturday via X (formerly Twitter).

Rea stated that it has signed grant agreements with 18 Renewable Energy Service Companies to set up 23 new mini-grids across Nigeria.

This initiative aims to enhance access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy for underserved and off-grid communities.

The AMP is a multi-country effort focused on speeding up the adoption of renewable energy solutions in rural areas.

“70,000+ Nigerians to be impacted as the Global Environment Facility (@theGEF), @UNDP and Rural Electrification Agency (REA) Sign Grant Agreements with 18 Renewable Energy Service Companies, to Deliver 23 New Mini-Grids Nationwide through the GEF-Funded Africa Mini-Grids Program (AMP),” REA tweeted.

According to the REA, the chosen RESCOs will implement innovative renewable energy technologies, such as solar hybrid mini-grids, to provide power to homes, businesses, and public facilities.

This project supports Nigeria’s commitment to achieving universal energy access and transitioning to cleaner energy sources.

The installation of 23 mini-grids will provide electricity to thousands of households, small businesses, and healthcare facilities in remote areas.

A reliable electricity supply will help local businesses grow, create jobs, and enhance the overall quality of life in rural communities.