What percentage of Nigerians have electricity access in 2022?

Nevertheless, a large share of Nigerian citizens remains excluded from electricity access. In 2022, just over 60 percent of Nigerians had access to electricity, leaving about 40 percent of the inhabitants in the dark. Discover all statistics and data on Energy sector in Nigeria now on statista.com!

How many Nigerians don't have electricity?

Systemic issues in Nigeria’s energy delivery value chain, including on-grid and off-grid infrastructure, leaves more than 80 million Nigerians (~45 percent of the population) without access to electricity, with 66 percent of rural areas and nearly 15 percent of urban areas having no access to grid-connected electricity.

Should storage solutions be integrated into the Nigerian mini-grid market?

PA-NPSP’s survey of mini-grid developers supports this conclusion, with many developers viewing the integration of storage solutions into the Nigerian mini-grid market as a necessity in order for the market to continue growth.

How to ensure quality of batteries in Nigeria?

Global Standards: Currently, there are no official standards for the quality assurance of batteries in Nigeria. However, there is a need to ensure consistency of quality of batteries by establishing independent and globally accepted standards, similar to that which exists for off-grid lighting applications.

Are there battery manufacturers in Nigeria?

There are no local battery manufacturers and systems procured from abroad have varying levels of quality and cost. Further, developers have experienced challenges importing systems into Nigeria, with customs codes often inconsistently applied to renewable and off-grid technologies.

Are lithium ion batteries expensive in Nigeria?

Lithium Ion: In comparison, lithium ion batteries are generally more expensive in Nigeria, with per kWh costs ranging from US$250 to US$500 per kWh.