Nigeria Partners Netherlands-Based Solarge to Form Solar Manufacturing Firm
The Rural Electrification Agency (REA), the Infrastructure Corporation of Nigeria (InfraCorp), and Solarge BV of the Netherlands have announced the creation of Solarge Nigeria Limited, a special purpose vehicle that will establish and operate a solar photovoltaic panel manufacturing facility with a capacity of one gigawatt in the country.
The move is aimed at accelerating Nigeria’s energy transition and industrialization agenda, according to a statement on Wednesday.
This co-ownership and strategic offtake agreement/collaboration align with the Federal Government of Nigeria’s National Public Sector Solarization Initiative (NPSSI) and the broader objectives of the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund (RHIDF), which aim to scale clean energy access across public institutions while building robust local content in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector.
Solarge Nigeria will be co-owned by InfraCorp (26%), REA (25%) and Solarge BV (49%).
This public-private partnership will leverage InfraCorp’s investment mobilization capacity, REA’s policy leadership in rural electrification and public sector solarization, and Solarge BV’s advanced technology and manufacturing expertise to localize high-quality solar PV production in Nigeria.
Under the agreement, REA has committed to procure at least 200MW of solar modules per year over five years from Solarge Nigeria Ltd for NPSSI, RHIDF, and other public electrification programs.
“This partnership exemplifies the type of innovation and collaboration that the Federal Government seeks to promote under the Renewed Hope Infrastructure Development Fund. It not only supports our fiscal sustainability goals but also deepens Nigeria’s industrial base and energy self-reliance,” Tanimu Yakubu kurfi, director general of Budget Office.
Abba Abubakar Aliyu, managing director/CEO of REA said: “Through this joint venture, we are not only creating access to clean energy but building the local capacity to manufacture it. This initiative aligns perfectly with the Renewed Hope Agenda and our mandate to electrify communities and institutions.”
Lazarus Angbazo, Managing Director/CEO of InfraCorp, added: “Solarge Nigeria Limited represents a bold step toward local manufacturing and energy sovereignty. We’re proud to partner with REA and Solarge BV to build a resilient and sustainable energy future for Nigeria.”
Joost Brinkman, CEO of Solarge BV, also expressed enthusiasm: “We are excited to bring our technology and experience to this landmark initiative. Solarge Nigeria Ltd will set a new benchmark for solar manufacturing in Africa — built by Nigerians, for Nigerians.”
Solarge Nigeria Ltd will be governed by a Board of Directors representing all shareholders, including an independent non-executive director. A dedicated Project Management Office and Offtake Coordination Desk will ensure seamless execution, regulatory compliance, and alignment with public procurement frameworks.
The journey toward energy transition began with the official signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the REA, the Budget Office of the Federation, InfraCorp, and the Ministry of Finance Incorporated on August 7, 2025.
