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Federal Government Establishes New REA Board Under Ayodele Fayose
The Federal Government has inaugurated a new governing board for the Rural Electrification Agency, chaired by former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose, to advance electricity access across Nigeria.
Ayodele Fayose Begins Role as Chairman of Rural Electrification Agency
Former Ekiti Governor Ayodele Fayose has been inaugurated as the Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency, with a focus on improving power access in rural communities.
NCC and REA Collaborate to Expand Digital Infrastructure via Renewable Energy
The NCC and REA have signed a partnership to enhance Nigeria's digital connectivity by integrating renewable energy solutions into telecommunications infrastructure.
REA Aims for 3.7GW Solar Panel Manufacturing to Bridge Nigeria’s Energy Deficit
The Rural Electrification Agency plans to establish 3.7GW of solar panel manufacturing capacity in Nigeria by 2027 to improve power access and reduce import reliance.
NCC and REA Partner to Boost Rural Energy and Telecom Infrastructure
The NCC and REA have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve rural connectivity and power supply by sharing data and coordinating infrastructure deployment.
Atiku’s aide advocates for abolishing REA following Fayose’s appointment
Atiku Abubakar's aide, Demola Olarenwaju, suggests dismantling the Rural Electrification Agency, arguing that power management should be a state responsibility rather than a federal concern.
Fayose Accepts REA Board Chairmanship Despite Prior Rejection of Appointments
Former Ekiti State Governor Ayodele Fayose has been named Chairman of the REA board, contradicting his earlier public vows to decline any government positions under President Tinubu.
REA MD Abba Aliyu Welcomes Appointments of Fayose and New Board Members
REA Managing Director Abba Aliyu has praised President Tinubu’s decision to appoint former Governor Ayodele Fayose and two others to the agency’s Governing Board, citing their potential to boost rural solar electrification efforts.
Isaac Fayose Urges Brother to Decline REA Chairmanship
Isaac Fayose claims his brother, former Ekiti Governor Ayo Fayose, is overqualified for the REA chairmanship and should decline the federal appointment.
Ayo Fayose Named REA Board Chairman by President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has appointed former Ekiti State governor Ayo Fayose to chair the Rural Electrification Agency as part of 26 new federal government appointments.