Agnes Ekebuike

LPV Technologies, an indigenous solar energy company, has called for a shift in government policy that will promote zero-import for solar panels, insisting that only through local manufacturing can Nigeria truly secure its renewable energy future. 

Speaking at a press briefing at its newly unveiled state-of-the-art facility in Lagos recently, its Executive Director, Yinka Adelodun, explained the company’s vision that hinges on local production, quality assurance, and supportive government policies.

According to Adelodun, “It’s one thing for you to say you have a facility like this; it’s another thing to actually see it and confirm it exists. The journey for this facility started almost two years ago, with the mission of deploying solar infrastructure at scale. Today, while many are putting solar panels on their roofs as a band-aid, the real solution lies in harnessing solar and gas to power our economy sustainably.”

He explained that the facility was created to resolve significant issues faced by the industry, such as developers ordering panels months in advance only to have their shipments delayed by customs or storage issues. 

Head of Business Development and Marketing, Juwon Solarin, said: “We already have multiple sales outlets in place, and our plans include expanding our distribution network significantly. We are calling on more distributors to join us in pushing these high-quality, locally manufactured panels throughout Nigeria. It’s about building a strong ecosystem that can compete on a global level.”

The company’s new facility, which is entirely operated by Nigerian experts, underscores the potential of homegrown talent in the renewable energy sector.