ROGEAP and Ecobank to Train 50 Solar Energy SMEs in Lagos and Abuja
The Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP), in partnership with Ecobank Nigeria, is set to empower 50 small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the solar energy sector through a free three-day Entrepreneurship Business Training Workshop. The training will take place in Lagos and Abuja, focusing on equipping participants with essential skills to thrive in the fast-growing renewable energy industry.
What the Training Offers
The workshop will provide practical sessions on:
Understanding the ROGEAP structure and grant opportunities
Applications and benefits of off-grid solar systems
Quality assurance and compliance standards
Financial planning, business management, and technical training
Strategies for expanding market reach and attracting customers
This initiative is designed to boost solar entrepreneurs’ chances of accessing grants, attracting investors, and building sustainable businesses, especially in underserved communities.
Who Can Benefit?
The training targets SMEs and entrepreneurs already working or interested in the solar energy sector. If you run or plan to start a business in renewable energy, especially solar—this workshop will give you the technical knowledge, financial insight, and business development strategies needed for success.
Ecobank’s Commitment to SME Growth
Tunde Dawodu, Divisional Head, FCT/North at Ecobank Nigeria, emphasized the bank’s support for SMEs as a key pillar of economic development. He said the workshop complements the bank’s Elevate Program and Single Market Trade Hub, both designed to provide SMEs with access to funding, digital tools, and market opportunities.
“This workshop is more than just a learning event; it’s an investment in the future of clean energy. By equipping solar entrepreneurs with the right knowledge, tools, and networks, we are creating a resilient ecosystem that will drive energy access and job creation across underserved communities.”
— Salamatu Baba, ROGEAP Project Fund Manager
Why It Matters
According to ROGEAP Project Fund Manager, Salamatu Baba, the training is more than a learning opportunity—it’s a strategic investment in Africa’s clean energy future. “We are building a resilient solar ecosystem to increase energy access and create jobs across West Africa,” she noted.
How to Apply
Interested SMEs should:
Visit www.ecobank.com or follow Ecobank Nigeria’s official social media channels for announcements.
Prepare a brief profile of their solar business or interest in the sector.
Watch out for the registration link or contact Ecobank branch representatives for further guidance
This ROGEAP-Ecobank partnership is a golden opportunity for Nigerian entrepreneurs to gain hands-on business and technical knowledge, access funding avenues, and become key players in the clean energy revolution. If you’re in the solar energy space or plan to join, don’t miss this chance to grow.
