The Federal Government (FG) on Wednesday, launched an off-grid Energy Management System (EMS) for integrated energy management and control.
It said the system will foster integration, monitoring and management of interconnected mini-grids.
Speaking at the launch in Abuja, the Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu described the EMS as a mechanism which would help alleviate the existential problem of poor energy data in the nation’s energy space.
“It is surely a gateway to a future where data becomes a strategic asset in our pursuit of reliable, accessible, and sustainable energy.
“This system will revolutionize the way we manage and utilize energy data across our electrification programmes.
The Minister, who spoke through the Director, Renewable Energy and Rural Access, Mr. Abubakar Ali Doshima noted that Nigeria, like many nations, is traversing a path toward a more sustainable and resilient energy future.
“The EMS we unveil today is not merely a technological innovation; it is a testament to our collective dedication to progress, efficiency, and the empowerment of our people,” he said.
Earlier, the Managing Director (MD) Rural Electrification Agency (REA), Engr. Ahmad Salihijo said completion and activation of the EMS coincides with the Electricity Act 2023 under section 154 (Monitoring of Rural Electrification Projects).
According to him, the Act mandates the agency to put in place appropriate machinery for the monitoring of rural electrification implementation projects nationwide.
Furthermore, he said the mechanism for rural electrification monitoring should include the use of geographic information systems and geo-mapping technologies to monitor projects effectively, generate and analyse project data without physical visits to project locations.
“The EMS we unveil today is not merely a technological marvel; it is a testament to the power of international cooperation and the collective pursuit of a brighter, more energy-empowered future.
“This system represents a significant leap forward in our ability to capture and manage energy data across diverse electrification programs within our nation and through the guidance of the Federal Ministry of Power, we are delighted that the REA is, once again, positioned to implement a project of this magnitude.
“In a landscape where data is paramount, the EMS stands as a beacon of efficiency and transparency. It is a tool that will empower us to make informed decisions, optimize our energy resources, and enhance the impact of our electrification initiatives across Nigeria,” he added.
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