With the signing of a tripartite agreement with DayStar Power Solutions Limited (Daystar Power) and The Wood Factory Limited (Wood Factory), Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC) solidified its leadership in the provision of integrated power solutions on Thursday, January 18, 2023. AEDC will lead the delivery of its first grid-connected and solar hybrid power solution for commercial and industrial customers in Nigeria.
This follows the November 2023 debut in Toto, Nasarawa State, of the first interconnected mini-grid power solution for communities in Nigeria by AEDC and its strategic partners.
In accordance with this historic agreement, Wood Factory, a leading furniture manufacturer, will receive 18 hours of dependable electricity supply from AEDC, and Wood Factory will receive 6 hours of solar-powered electricity from Daystar. Both companies will take advantage of interconnected power facilities to provide seamless electricity supply and excellent value for the customer.
For Wood Factory, this integrated power solution is anticipated to result in a remarkable 76% yearly reduction in carbon emissions and an estimated 44% reduction in energy expenses.
AEDC’s management is spearheading the company’s repositioning as a clear leader among Nigeria’s electricity distribution firms (DisCos) as part of its ongoing transformation.
Christopher Ezeafulukwe, the Managing Director and CEO of AEDC, declared that
“We are excited about the great opportunities that the transformation and turnaround of AEDC is giving us to serve our customers, both new and existing, in more delightful ways.
This project is a product of our consistent questioning of the status quo in the resilient push of our conviction and belief in using diversified energy sources to serve our customers better, while closing the supply gap in our market.”
He further stated that having previously commissioned an integrated power solution to serve some unserved communities in our network, the current solution for which we signed the agreement today, is focused on serving industrials and commercials, thus repositioning AEDC to serve all bands of customers within its network better.
The two projects also confirm to the world, the readiness of AEDC to enter into complementary partnerships that will add great value to the Nigerian electricity market.
AEDC has been in partnership with the Rocky Mountain Institute (RMI) through which the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) provides funding for feasibility study grant and facilitating the optimization of energy supply through distributed solar energy and grid power.
Jasper Graf von Hardenberg, CEO of Daystar Power, expressed his excitement about the innovative interconnected solar installation, stating,
“Working together with DisCos, we can provide reliable and affordable power to Nigerian businesses which will save on energy costs to reinvest in their operations. Our partnership with AEDC supports this position.
It is just the beginning; we are looking forward to developing more hybrid solar projects for C&I customers in partnership with the likes of AEDC.”

The Wood Factory’s director and general manager, Mohamed Akar, expressed his enthusiasm about the switch from a self-generated supply to the integrated power supply that Daybreak and AEDC provide.
“We’re thrilled that we’ll soon be switching to a reliable integrated power solution to power our factory.
For many years, we’ve operated on diesel generators, which is hardly sustainable or affordable. We believe that the future of our business has become brighter with this new partnership with AEDC and Daybreak.”
Abuja Electricity Distribution Plc (AEDC) is a prominent electricity distribution company in Nigeria that serves the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Niger State, Nasarawa State, and Kogi State. As a dependable service provider, AEDC is committed to providing safe, sustainable, and dependable electricity delivery to its diverse customer base. Through investments in cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and infrastructure, AEDC continues to contribute to the growth and development of Nigeria’s energy sector. Additionally, AEDC continuously aims to enhance customer satisfaction, encourage efficient energy usage, and engage with its communities.