The Federal Government of Nigeria has concluded a strategic partnership through the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) with the world’s largest solar panel production company, LONGi, in Xi’an, Shaanxi, China.
The Nigerian delegation, led by the Director-General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, was received by LONGi’s President, Boshen Zhong, and Vice President, Li Wenxue. The team was also taken on a tour of one of the world’s largest solar cell production facilities.
This visit follows the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between ECN and LONGi in London earlier this year.
During the visit, Dr. Abdullahi advanced discussions on the establishment of a 500–1000 MW solar panel production factory in Nigeria — a move set to significantly boost the nation’s renewable energy sector.
ECN’s presentation highlighted Africa’s growing market and the demand potential for solar mini-grids, emphasizing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Solarisation Policy, which seeks to accelerate access to clean energy across Nigeria.
LONGi expressed strong interest in investing in Nigeria and demonstrated readiness to advance concrete plans for the construction of the factory. This partnership marks a historic milestone for Nigeria’s renewable energy landscape and aligns with national efforts to expand local solar manufacturing capacity.
The ECN, under the leadership of Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, is working assiduously to ensure that Nigerians enjoy improved electricity. The Commission aims to deliver on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative on solarisation, which will create jobs, enhance energy security, and drive sustainable development across the country.
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