Husk completes 1MW C&Isolar project for Nasarawa

Husk Power Systems has announced the commissioning of a new solar project to power the Nasarawa State Secretariat, the hub for key state government institutions.

The project, a 1MWp solar hybrid facility, will support Nasarawa’s clean energy transition for key government institutions and significantly reduce energy costs.

Working alongside partner, Step Engineering, Husk handled the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) for the commercial and industrial (C&I) scale project. Under the project’s innovative delivery model, Husk managed the EPC and will be responsible for transferring knowledge to the Nasarawa Government while supporting critical operational requirements of the plant for an initial 24 months.

While project components were all sourced from globally renowned OEMs, and with the requisite warranties in place, delivery was still below market benchmark, showcasing yet again Husk’s unique delivery approach and market advantage.

Husk has had a strong presence in Nasarawa since 2021, and has deployed a range of projects in the state, including over 40 isolated minigrids across nine Local Government Areas (LGAs) and several other large C&I projects which also included a 1.3MWp system completed in April 2025 for Olam Agri, a major international agrifood conglomerate.

“Nasarawa State has been an unwavering supporter in helping to scale Husk’s operations in Nigeria. This project further deepens the strong relationship with the state and demonstrates the huge untapped potential for C&I solar in Nasarawa and across government agencies and businesses in Nigeria,” Olu Aruike, Vice President of Business Development for West Africa and Nigeria Country Director, said.

The state secretariat solar project will ensure low to zero diesel consumption from the time of commissioning while the solar hybrid system will enhance voltage stability, ensure a reliable power supply and deliver fuel cost savings and substantially reduce carbon emissions.

Nigeria’s C&I solar market is rapidly expanding, with over 550MW of new solar capacity expected to be added by 2029. Husk’s collaboration in Nasarawa underscores the company’s mission to provide renewable energy solutions for businesses and industries, helping accelerate Nigeria’s transition from diesel to solar power and powering prosperity.

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