Our Goal

The goal of the Federal Government of Nigeria
is to increase access to electricity to 75% and 90%
by 2020 and 2030 respectively and at
least 10% of renewable energy mix by 2025.

Rural Electrification Policy (2005)
& National Electric Power Policy (2001)

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THE FOUR

Scopes of the Rural
Electrification Fund

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On grid electrification
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Isolated mini-grids
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Direct Current (DC) Micro/Nano grids
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Stand alone systems

Achieving REA mandate has far
reaching implications for the
welfare of Nigeria’s citizens

It is estimated that only 36% of the rural population have access to electricity and 95 million Nigerians do not have access to electricity.

Mission
To provide access to reliable electric power supply for rural dwellers irrespective of where they live and what they do, in a way that would allow for a reasonable return on investment through appropriate tariff that is economically responsive and supportive of the average rural customer.
Mandate
I. Promote Rural Electrification in the Country
II. Co-ordinate the Rural Electrification Programmes in the country
III. Administer the Rural Electrification Fund (REF) to promote, support and provide rural electrification through Public and Private Sector Participation
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