- The CESEL-Concerto project carried out in partnership with REA and with part grant funding from the World Bank, powers 1,200 households.
- This milestone comes after the JV commissioned four Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid projects in Osun State.
The Community Energy and Social Enterprise Limited (CESEL-Concerto) Joint Venture (JV) has delivered clean electricity to 1,200 households in Ife South, Local Government Area of Osun State. The project was carried out in partnership with the Nigerian Electrification Project (NEP) of the Rural Electrification Agency of Nigeria and with a part grant funding from the World Bank. The firm announced this in a statement released on Monday.
This comes after the JV commissioned four Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid projects in the Osi, Arajoshua, Alutierin, and Olomouja communities of Osun State. This marks a significant step towards improving energy access and development in previously unserved areas. The Lerinya of Alutierin in Ife South LGA, Oladepo Towobola, expressed gratitude to CESEL for their contribution to society.
Olanrewaju Daramola, Chairman of the CESEL-Conserto JV, said the company is proud to contribute to a project that brings clean and reliable power to these communities. He added, “The commissioning of these Solar Hybrid Mini-Grid projects reflects our dedication to delivering sustainable energy solutions that support economic growth. This project will stimulate economic activities among small business owners and farmers, thereby fostering a ripple effect on the local economy. This partnership exemplifies the collaborative spirit we aim to foster across various sectors of our nation.’’