The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has commissioned a 100 kilowatt-peak (kWp) solar mini-grid in Damau village, Kubau Local Government Area of Kaduna State, delivering reliable electricity and clean water to more than 2,500 residents in the rural community.
The project, implemented through the Federal Government’s Capital Subvention, is part of REA’s broader drive to expand sustainable energy access and accelerate socio-economic development in underserved communities across Nigeria.
The Damau installation is among 39 new mini-grids being delivered nationwide under the Agency’s 2024 Capital Projects, currently nearing completion
Beyond powering homes, small businesses and public facilities, the mini-grid has enabled the electrification of a solar-powered submersible borehole with adequate storage capacity
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This has ensured a steady supply of clean and potable water for the community, significantly easing the burden of water scarcity, especially for women and children who previously travelled long distances in search of water.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the REA, Dr. Abba Abubakar Aliyu, said the Damau project reflects the Agency’s evolving approach to rural electrification, which integrates energy access with critical social infrastructure.
According to him, decentralized renewable energy solutions are proving to be powerful tools for transforming rural communities and driving inclusive development.
Dr. Aliyu also commended Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, for his continued support, stressing the importance of collaboration with state governments in scaling renewable energy deployment across the country.
The Executive Director, Technical Services at the REA, Engr. Umar Abdullahi Umar, FNSE, noted that the project aligns with the Agency’s newly unveiled harmonised technical standards for off-grid energy infrastructure.
He explained that integrating electricity with essential services such as water supply ensures that power access delivers measurable social impact, long-term sustainability and room for future expansion.
Delivered through close engagement with community leaders and political representatives, the Damau mini-grid underscores REA’s commitment to inclusive planning, local ownership and stakeholder collaboration.
Early demand from households and businesses has already pointed to the potential for expanding the facility beyond its current 100kWp capacity, with the Agency indicating it is assessing pathways for scale-up.
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