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The commissioning of the facility is part of a wider programme aimed at universities and teaching hospitals across the West African country A solar and battery storage plant has been commissioned to provide electricity to the foremost military training institution in Nigeria. It has been described as a landmark development, as the West African country continues to advance a targeted programme aimed at rolling out renewable energy projects at tertiary institutions. Implemented by the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) of Nigeria with funding support from the World Bank, the 2.5MW captive solar hybrid power project was launched this week at the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) in Kaduna, in the north-west. It falls under the Energising Education Programme (EEP) Phase II. The plant integrates solar PV technology with battery storage and diesel backup systems. The project’s socio-economic and infrastructure impact included: 403 jobs created during the construction and installation phase 20 female STEM cadets trained in solar installation and renewable energy technologies 7 transformers installed to support broad-based power distribution across the Academy 288 solar-powered streetlights were installed, covering nine kilometres of internal roadways, improving night-time security and mobilitySolar project a blueprint for cross-sector synergy in Nigeria “The newly commissioned power project will provide uninterrupted electricity to academic buildings, staff residences, barracks, and critical facilities within the Academy, directly impacting over 12,368 people – including cadets, faculty, and administrative personnel,” said the REA. The Academy, the nation’s foremost military institution, plays a central role in shaping the future of Nigeria’s armed forces, the Association noted. “With this new solar hybrid project, the NDA is now equipped with 24/7 reliable electricity that will enhance academic excellence, facilitate cutting-edge military training, and power critical security operations. “The project is not only a major win for Nigeria’s defence architecture, but also a model of how energy infrastructure can strengthen the synergy between education and national security,” said the REA. |
