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Niger irrigation and power financing

Entities: Office National des Aménagements Hydro‑agricoles (ONAHA) · Amadou Haoua · Mustapha Abubakar · Maikunkele · Islamic Development Bank

Overview

On 28‑29 July 2026, Niger’s government and the Bank of West African States (BOAD) signed financing agreements worth 60.6 billion FCFA. The funds are split between the Office National des Aménagements Hydro‑agricoles (ONAHA) for irrigation infrastructure and the Nigerien Electricity Company (NIGELEC) for a 23‑MW power project. At the same time, the Energy Minister inaugurated a three‑day fair in Niamey showcasing subsidised solar kits and clean‑cooking appliances under the World Bank‑financed Haské programme, which aims to expand renewable energy access and create jobs across the country.

Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Niger State secures $150 million IsDB loan for 100 MW solar power project

    Niger State, Nigeria, secured a $150 million IsDB loan, adding $10 million of its own funds for a 100 MW solar project at Maikunkele, aiming to boost electricity access and local development.

  2. 2 days ago

    [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Niger Secures Over 60 bn FCFA for Irrigation and Power Projects

    Niger obtained 60.6 bn FCFA from BOAD for irrigation and a 23 MW power project, and opened a fair promoting subsidised solar and clean‑cooking products under the World Bank‑backed Haské programme.

Sources

anp.ne · blueprint.ng · journalduniger.com · nairametrics.com · worldstagenews.com