Lighting Up Nigeria's Unserved Communities
Sygnite is a full-spectrum mini-grid developer — from community feasibility and system engineering to EPC delivery and long-term O&M. We partner with DFIs, NGOs, state governments, and development agencies to bring reliable power to Nigeria's 85 million off-grid citizens.
Mini-grid communities connected
Total mini-grid capacity deployed
Beneficiaries with first-time electricity
Active mini-grid projects across Nigeria
Our Mini-Grid Services
Full-Cycle Mini-Grid Development
We offer end-to-end mini-grid services — from initial community assessment to long-term operations. Partner with us at any stage of your project.
Feasibility & Community Assessment
Before any commitment, we conduct rigorous energy demand surveys, willingness-to-pay assessments, load profiling, and site suitability analysis to establish project viability.
- Household demand survey
- Productive use load analysis
- Geospatial site mapping
- Financial viability model
- Tariff & revenue study
- REA / NERC permit advisory
Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC)
Our engineers design and build solar mini-grids — from the generation plant and battery bank to distribution network and customer connections — to the highest technical standards.
- Solar PV + battery hybrid design
- LV distribution network design
- Smart metering system
- Community service infrastructure
- HSE-managed construction
- REA standards compliance
Operations & Maintenance (O&M)
Sustainable rural electrification requires ongoing professional management. Sygnite's O&M service keeps your mini-grid running reliably for 20+ years, maximising impact and protecting investor returns.
- Remote SCADA monitoring
- Preventive maintenance schedule
- Local technician training
- Tariff collection support
- Monthly performance reporting
- Fault response SLA
Project Portfolio
Community Impact Projects
From the Niger Delta to the North-West, Sygnite's mini-grids are transforming lives. Each project is community-anchored and designed for lasting impact.
Kalgo Rural Community Mini-Grid
📍 Kalgo LGA, Kebbi State · Commissioned 2023
A 150kW solar-battery mini-grid serving 650 households, 3 schools, a health clinic, and productive use facilities including grain mills and phone-charging kiosks. The project was funded under the REA Energizing Economies programme.
150kW
System capacity
3,200+
Beneficiaries
99.1%
Uptime (year 1)
Oban Forest-Edge Community, Cross River
📍 Akamkpa LGA, Cross River State · Commissioned 2022
A 80kW solar mini-grid bringing first-time electricity to a remote rainforest-edge community, supporting eco-tourism facilities, a women's cooperative cassava processing unit, and healthcare centre equipment.
80kW
System capacity
1,800+
Beneficiaries
3 tons
CO₂ offset/month
Partnership Models
How We Work With You
We're flexible. Whether you need a pure EPC contractor, a long-term development partner, or an O&M operator, Sygnite can structure our engagement to match your project needs.
Model 1
EPC Contractor
You have a funded project and need a qualified contractor to engineer, procure, and construct the mini-grid. Sygnite delivers on a fixed-price or LSTK basis with full documentation and commissioning.
- Fixed-price or reimbursable contract
- Full engineering drawings & BOQ
- NERC & REA permit support
- Defects liability period included
- O&M handover documentation
Ideal for:
NGOs, Government agencies, DFI-funded programmes, Private mini-grid operators
Model 2
Full Development Partner
You have access to a community or funding, but need a hands-on partner from feasibility through to commercial operation. Sygnite takes the lead on every stage, reporting back at key milestones.
- Feasibility & demand survey
- System design & engineering
- Procurement & EPC delivery
- Commercial operation management
- Impact reporting for funders
Ideal for:
DFIs, bilateral funders, INGOs, state government rural electrification agencies
Model 3
O&M Operator
Your mini-grid has been constructed but needs a professional operator to manage it. Sygnite steps in as the O&M partner — handling maintenance, monitoring, tariff support, and performance reporting.
- Remote SCADA monitoring
- Scheduled preventive maintenance
- Local technician management
- Monthly performance reports
- Spare parts inventory management
Ideal for:
Existing mini-grid operators, communities with operational systems needing support
Our Development Approach
From Blank Canvas to Connected Community
A rigorous, community-first development process that protects your investment and maximises lasting impact.
Community Engagement & Feasibility
System Design & Permitting
Procurement & Construction
Commissioning & Community Training
Long-Term O&M & Impact Tracking
Partnership Enquiry
Submit Your RFP or Partnership Enquiry
Whether you represent a DFI, government agency, NGO, or community organisation — we want to hear about your project. Our Mini-Grid Development team will respond within 48 hours.
Who Should Use This Form
- Development Finance Institutions (DFIs)
- State & Federal government agencies (REA, NBET, etc.)
- International NGOs and bilateral donors
- Community organisations & cooperatives
- Impact investors seeking mini-grid EPC partners
- Existing mini-grid operators seeking O&M support