The European Union has announced intentions to contribute an additional €37 million to support initiatives including mini-grids that are separated and connected, hydropower, and solar energy for healthcare institutions.
This is separate from grants totaling €200 million given to the industry since 2008.
This was revealed by EU ambassador to Nigeria Samuela Isopi while in Abuja visiting Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu.
Godfrey Ogbemudia, the program manager for energy, and DE Luca Massimo, the new EU Head of Cooperation, accompanied her.
The EU’s numerous power sector intervention programs were discussed by the ambassador during the visit, with the statement that “the current support would cover small hydropower, solar for health care facilities, rural electrification with isolated and interconnected mini-grids project, and circular economy in power sector project.” This year, the projects will get underway.
The minister added that Nigeria needed more assistance to handle the significant issues in the industry, while also praising the EU team for their ongoing support.
