ROGEAP, Ecobank Partner to Empower SMEs

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The Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project (ROGEAP) has partnered with Ecobank Nigeria to host a three-day Entrepreneurship Business Training (EBT) workshop for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the solar energy sector. The training, scheduled for March 10-12 in Abuja, aims to equip 50 SMEs with essential technical, financial, and business management skills to succeed in the rapidly growing renewable energy industry.

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Through this initiative, participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the off-grid solar value chain, quality assurance, environmental and social risk management, business model development, and access to financial opportunities such as ROGEAP grants and credit lines. Key training modules include understanding the structure of ROGEAP and available grant opportunities, introduction to off-grid solar systems and their applications, solar product quality assurance, and business model canvas and business plan creation.

The training will be facilitated by expert trainers from ROGEAP, Ecobank, and other industry specialists, offering tailored and high-impact learning experiences.

Salamatu Baba Tunzwang, ESF Team Lead at ROGEAP, emphasized the importance of the workshop, stating, “This workshop is a crucial step toward advancing sustainable energy access and business growth in Nigeria. By equipping SMEs with the right tools and knowledge, we are empowering them to drive economic development while expanding access to clean energy solutions.

Tunde Dawodu, Divisional Head, FCT/North Ecobank Nigeria, expressed his excitement about the collaboration, saying, “At Ecobank, we are excited about this collaboration. The workshop aligns with our ongoing efforts to support SME growth. This training will be invaluable for our SME customers involved in solar installations and sales. It complements our ELLEVATE Program and Single Market Trade Hub, providing them with access to customized financial products, digital tools, and strategic guidance to expand into broader markets.”

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