In a statement released by Managing Director of Bagaja Renewables, Sadiq Zakari, @As_Zakari.
The statement reads: “Bagaja Renewables had the distinct honor of welcoming the Honorable Minister of Power to the Zawaciki 1MWp interconnected mini-grid.
“This visit comes at a critical time, as Northern Nigeria endures a prolonged blackout, underscoring the urgent need for alternative power solutions. The Zawaciki mini- grid has been instrumental during this crisis, providing at least 9 hours of daytime electricity to the Gida Dubu community, demonstrating the potential of renewable energy in addressing the region’s energy needs.
“The Honorable Minister expressed admiration for the Zawaciki project, recognizing it as a viable proof of concept for interconnected mini-grids across Nigeria. He emphasized the importance of such initiatives and called on state governors and other key stakeholders to support efforts to decentralize and strengthen the nation’s power infrastructure. By backing projects like Zawaciki, stakeholders can play an
instrumental role in reducing reliance on the national grid and ensuring a more
stable power supply for local communities.
“As we have witnessed here at Zawaciki, private-sector-driven renewable energy
solutions can transform Nigeria’s energy landscape.
“With the right policies and support, we can empower communities and enhance energy resilience, even in times of national
power instability.
“In addition to the Zawaciki project, Bagaja Renewables is currently developing
several new renewable energy initiatives across Northern Nigeria, including:
“Barhim Estate, Katsina: A project focused on providing sustainable power to
residential communities, enhancing energy access for households in the area.
“Kura-Karfi Commercial Cluster, Kano: Aimed at supplying clean and
reliable energy to commercial hubs, supporting local businesses and fostering
economic growth.
“Kafin Hausa, Jigawa: With fencing completed, Bagaja Renewables is now
working on the technical design for the Kafin Hausa mini-grid to begin
Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) soon.
“These projects represent Bagaja Renewables’ unwavering commitment to building a resilient, decentralized, and renewable-powered energy future across Northern Nigeria.
“Bagaja Renewables,@BagajaRen is dedicated to collaborating with the government and stakeholders to scale up renewable energy solutions that will support communities, industries, and essential services. We believe that decentralized power generation is the future for Nigeria, and we are eager to contribute to a sustainable, reliable, and inclusive energy system for all.”
