Power to the People: What is Really Working in Nigeria’s Decentralized Energy Landscape, And What Still Needs Work

Nigeria’s push for decentralized energy is lighting up communities and creating opportunities.


Mini-grids, solar home systems, and renewable innovations are proving that access to reliable power is possible, even in remote areas.

But progress isn’t without challenges. Regulatory overlaps, financing gaps, and weak infrastructure are slowing scale up.

To truly deliver “power to the people,” we need clear policies, sustainable funding, and collaboration between governments, private investors, and local communities.

The future is bright, and if we continue to build smarter together.