President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) for its aggressive drive in deploying off-grid and mini-grid power solutions to underserved communities across the country.
The President said the agency’s initiatives are helping to bridge the electricity access gap by providing reliable and sustainable energy to rural communities, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial centres that previously lacked adequate power supply.
Furthermore, he noted that expanding electricity access remains essential to achieving inclusive economic growth and improving the quality of life for millions of Nigerians.
Expanding Energy Access Across Critical Sectors
President Tinubu commended the REA for extending renewable energy solutions to universities, markets, hospitals, and other public institutions where stable electricity is crucial for learning, healthcare delivery, and business activities.
He observed that the deployment of off-grid and mini-grid technologies is improving productivity while reducing dependence on expensive and environmentally harmful energy sources.
In addition, the initiative is creating opportunities for innovation, entrepreneurship, and community development in areas that have historically faced limited access to electricity.
Supporting Economic Growth Through Reliable Power
The President emphasized that access to reliable electricity remains one of the key drivers of economic transformation, industrial growth, and job creation.
He noted that electrifying rural communities and commercial hubs will stimulate local businesses, encourage investment, and enhance agricultural processing, manufacturing, and digital innovation across the country.
Moreover, improved electricity supply will enable small and medium-sized enterprises to operate more efficiently while creating new opportunities for employment and wealth creation.
Promoting Sustainable Energy Solutions
Tinubu also highlighted the importance of renewable energy technologies in supporting Nigeria’s long-term energy transition and environmental sustainability goals.
He praised the REA’s focus on solar-powered mini-grids and other clean energy solutions that provide affordable electricity while reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainable development.
According to the President, expanding renewable energy infrastructure will strengthen energy security and improve resilience in communities that remain outside the national grid.
Commitment to Inclusive National Development
The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting programmes that expand infrastructure and improve access to essential services across every part of the country.
He stressed that rural electrification remains a vital component of the government’s broader strategy to reduce poverty, improve education and healthcare outcomes, and stimulate economic activities at the grassroots level.
Such investments, he said, will help ensure that no community is left behind in Nigeria’s journey toward sustainable development.
Powering a Brighter Future for Nigeria
President Tinubu’s commendation of the Rural Electrification Agency reflects the growing importance of innovative energy solutions in driving national development and economic inclusion.
As the agency continues to expand off-grid and mini-grid projects nationwide, millions of Nigerians are expected to benefit from improved access to reliable electricity, creating new opportunities for education, healthcare, commerce, and sustainable economic growth across the country.
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