- Huawei Technologies partners with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency to build a solar PV test facility, enhancing the country’s clean energy capabilities.
- Huawei launches DigiTruck, a mobile ICT classroom, to improve digital literacy in 10 Nigerian states, targeting 3,000 students annually
- Huawei CEO Chris Lu backs Nigeria’s National Talent Export Programme (NATEP), aiming to boost the country’s role as a tech talent hub in Africa.
Huawei Technologies has partnered with Nigeria’s Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to build a solar photovoltaic (PV) test facility. This was announced during President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Huawei’s Beijing Research Centre as part of his engagement at the ongoing China-Africa Summit.
According to a statement from the Presidency, the solar PV facility is part of Huawei’s support for Nigeria’s clean energy goals. The test lab aims to enhance renewable energy solutions across the country.
During the visit, Huawei also introduced its DigiTruck initiative, a mobile ICT classroom to improve digital literacy in underserved areas. The company plans to operate DigiTruck in 10 states, targeting 3,000 students yearly.
Chris Lu, CEO of Huawei Nigeria, reaffirmed the company’s support for Nigeria’s National Talent Export Programme (NATEP). He said the initiative will establish Nigeria as a talent outsourcing hub in Africa. Lu hopes the National Outsourcing Centre (NOC) will continue expanding its capacity to meet the growing demand for technology skills in African markets.
Huawei used the opportunity to showcase its latest innovations, including e-government, innovative education, smart grid, and solar power solutions. The company says these technologies can help Nigeria improve public services, digital governance, and overall development.
The solar PV facility will add to Nigeria’s clean energy push as solar power becomes more popular among businesses and households. Nigeria enjoys about 6 hours of sunlight daily, potentially generating 427,000 MW from solar energy.
The DigiTruck initiative is expected to complement the Nigerian government’s 3MTT program, which aims to expand digital education through the Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy. It will boost access to technology in rural communities, bridging the digital divide.
Huawei’s solar power innovations were part of its exhibition to the Nigerian delegation. President Tinubu and his team were briefed on how the company’s technology could support Nigeria’s inclusive development goals.
In addition to its efforts in the solar sector, Huawei’s DigiTruck will help improve digital literacy, particularly in underserved Nigerian communities. The mobile classroom is designed to bring ICT skills directly to people in remote areas, focusing on improving education and technology access.
Huawei’s collaboration with the REA to build the solar PV test lab demonstrates its commitment to supporting Nigeria’s shift towards renewable energy. The facility will help improve the country’s solar energy output, a key component of Nigeria’s renewable energy strategy.
Nigeria’s energy landscape continues to shift toward clean energy, and solar power is increasingly important. Huawei and REA’s collaboration adds to ongoing efforts to expand renewable energy in Nigeria and provide cleaner, more reliable electricity to underserved areas.
With its massive solar energy potential, Nigeria benefits from Huawei’s technological expertise in renewable energy and digital solutions. The partnership between Huawei and the Nigerian government will likely further the country’s clean energy and digital education goals.