Kano, Feb. 3, 2026 (NAN) The Kano State Government has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Tricell Solar to fast-track development of a 500-megawatt solar power project.
The Commissioner for Power and Renewable Energy, Dr Gaddafi Sani-Shehu, disclosed this while receiving a Tricell Solar delegation to review the agreement.
This is contained in a statement by the ministry’s spokesman, Saad Umar.
He said the meeting reviewed progress and discussed accelerating renewable energy projects across the state.
Sani-Shehu explained that the project showed government commitment. “It will diversify the energy mix and meet rising electricity demand,” he said.
Tricell Solar’s chief executive, Ali Kobeissi, said the company would deliver 500MW, stimulate innovation, attract investment and create jobs.
He added that improved supply would boost economic growth and support small businesses and households across Kano State. (NAN)
