10-Year Target Goals for Mini-Grid Development in Nigeria

(2026–2035)

Vision

To accelerate universal access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity in Nigeria through scalable mini-grid development that drives inclusive economic growth, job creation, and climate resilience.

1. Access & Infrastructure Development

Target Goal

• Develop and deploy solar hybrid mini-grids across underserved and unserved communities in Nigeria, prioritizing rural and peri-urban areas.

10-Year Targets

• Electrify 500,000+ households through isolated and interconnected mini-grids

• Deliver 1,500–2,000 MW of distributed renewable capacity

• Expand mini-grid coverage across at least 20 states

• Support grid resilience through interconnected mini-grids in collaboration with DisCos

Outcome
Improved electricity access, reduced energy poverty, and enhanced service reliability.

2. Economic Growth & Productive Use of Electricity

Target Goal
Link electricity access to income generation and enterprise development.

10-Year Targets

• Support 100,000+ MSMEs and agro-enterprises with reliable power

• Deploy productive use equipment (PUE) across agriculture, manufacturing, and services

• Reduce post-harvest losses and improve value-chain productivity

• Enable rural industrial clusters and commercial hubs

Outcome
Sustainable livelihoods, increased incomes, and stronger local economies.

3. Private Sector & Investment Mobilization

Target Goal
Strengthen private-sector participation in mini-grid development.

10-Year Targets

• Mobilize public–private partnerships (PPPs) for mini-grid expansion

• Attract blended finance from development partners and commercial investors

• Support local developers and EPC firms through capacity building

• Promote standardized, bankable mini-grid models

Outcome
A commercially viable and investor-ready mini-grid ecosystem.

4. Environmental Sustainability & Climate Impact

Target Goal
Reduce emissions and promote clean energy transition.

10-Year Targets

• Avoid 10+ million tonnes of CO₂ emissions by replacing diesel generation

• Promote responsible battery lifecycle management and recycling

• Increase renewable energy penetration in rural power supply

• Support Nigeria’s climate and energy transition commitments

Outcome
Cleaner environment and climate-resilient energy systems.

5. Social Inclusion & Community Development

Target Goal
Ensure inclusive and equitable energy access.

10-Year Targets

• Promote gender-inclusive participation in energy access and entrepreneurship

• Support women-led and youth-led enterprises through energy solutions

• Create 50,000+ direct and indirect jobs

• Strengthen community ownership and acceptance of mini-grid projects

Outcome
Inclusive growth and stronger community resilience.

6. Institutional Strengthening & Governance

Target Goal
Improve sector governance, standards, and operational excellence.

10-Year Targets

• Align mini-grid development with national regulations and standards

• Strengthen collaboration with the Rural Electrification Agency, DisCos, and state governments

• Integrate environmental and social safeguards consistent with World Bank frameworks

• Enhance monitoring, reporting, and performance transparency

Outcome
Efficient, accountable, and sustainable mini-grid operations.

7. Technology & Innovation

Target Goal
Adopt innovative technologies for efficiency and scalability.

10-Year Targets

• Deploy smart metering, digital monitoring, and remote management systems

• Integrate battery energy storage and hybrid system optimization

• Promote data-driven planning and load forecasting

• Encourage local manufacturing and assembly where feasible

Outcome
Cost-effective, resilient, and future-ready mini-grid infrastructure.