Jigawa 80MW photovoltaic solar power plant

Overview:

• Nova Scotia Power Development is constructing an 80MW photovoltaic solar power plant in Dutse, the Jigawa state capital.
• The company has signed a PPA with Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading - representing the federal government - and will sell electricity at $0.115/kWh.
• The project has been developed by CDIL, a Canadian renewable energy development company focused on Africa, and Business Process Solutions Consult, a Nigerian strategic consulting firm.

Jon Moore - Journalist