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A Shell funded impact investment company, All On, has announced a grant of $532,828 to Darway Coast Ltd for the development of a solar hybrid mini-grid in Akeddei community, Bayelsa State.
This initiative, ‘All On Niger Delta Electrification Project’ marks the second phase of its ongoing commitment to bridging the energy gap in the Niger Delta. The first phase, completed in Oweikorogha community, deployed an 80kWp hybrid mini-grid, connecting 451 customers and exceeding the initial target of 430 connections.
After technical and financial evaluations, Darway Coast Ltd was selected for the second phase based on its proposal, which includes an estimated 1,058 new customer connections and a high ratio of productive-use customers. The approved 195kWp solar hybrid mini-grid will feature a 200kW inverter system, 421.48kWh battery energy storage and other advanced power generation components. The project was approved in June 2025 and is expected to be completed by the end of the first quarter of 2026.
Speaking on the project, Caroline Eboumbou, CEO of All On, said the organisation was proud to support innovative developers working to expand clean energy access. “This project not only expands access to reliable electricity in Akeddei but also contributes to socio-economic development and environmental sustainability in the region.
“The project is expected to deliver significant social and economic impact, including improved access to reliable and affordable electricity for households and businesses, increased energy consumption per capita, job creation for youth in the local community, enhanced commercial activity, improved quality of life and a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions through the displacement of petrol-powered generators,” she said.
The CEO of Darway Coast Ltd, Henry Ureh, expressed appreciation for the grant, saying, “Darway Coast sincerely thanks All On for its generous support towards our 194kWp Solar Hybrid Mini-grid in Akeddei, Bayelsa State. This support empowers us to bring reliable electricity to homes, schools, health centres and small businesses, reaching over 5,000 people. Together, we’re lighting up lives and creating lasting positive change.
“This partnership aligns with All On’s mission to support clean energy access solutions for unserved and underserved communities across Nigeria, with a strong focus on the Niger Delta region,” he stated.
