With a view to embracing a sustainable energy future, Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science and Technology (FMIST) has signed a Solar Modular Master Supply Agreement for 2,600 Megawatts. The deal was a collaboration of the FMIST, Alternative Petroleum & Power Limited (APPL) and LONGi Solar France SARL, a subsidiary of the world leading LONGi Green Energy Technology Co.,Ltd.

The Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday, stating that the deal is one of the largest solar procurement deals in sub-Saharan Africa.

According to Nnaji, “the solar modules will power Nigeria’s visionary Green Hydrogen Hub Project, strategically located in the Liberty Oil & Gas Free Trade Zone in Akwa Ibom State.”

The statement added that, “the 2,600MW solar buildout brings Nigeria to within striking distance of the Midong Solar Park in China, currently the world’s largest operational solar power plant at 3,500MW. When operational, the hub will power green hydrogen production at industrial scale, fueling exports, local manufacturing, and clean mobility — particularly in marine and heavy transport sectors. Experts estimate the initiative could generate over 20,000 direct jobs, offering opportunities in engineering, logistics, R&D, manufacturing, and maintenance across Nigeria.”

Speaking on the deal, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi  Director General & Chief Executive Officer of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), said, “Deploying LONGi’s high-efficiency modules in Nigeria’s hot, humid climate means more energy yield per square meter and faster return on investment.”

“This is precision technology meeting raw African potential  — the synergy is transformative,” he added.