In response to ongoing electricity shortages and increasing energy costs in Nigeria, Cense Power, a local clean energy company, has launched a series of solar storage systems designed to enhance access to reliable power for residential, commercial, and rural areas.
The announcement was made on Monday in Lagos, introducing modular, lithium-ion battery solutions aimed at decreasing reliance on the national grid and diesel generators.
Obi Okpala, the company’s CEO, explained that the system incorporates battery management and artificial intelligence to adapt to users’ energy requirements while ensuring long-term efficiency. “Energy should be smart, sustainable, and customized for the user. These are not just batteries—they are intelligent energy hubs,” he stated.
This initiative comes as millions of Nigerians continue to depend on generators due to inconsistent electricity supply, especially in underserved rural communities. Okpala highlighted that Cense’s offerings include systems for homes, small businesses, community microgrids, and agricultural uses, featuring real-time monitoring and cloud-based control.
Among the key products is a portable power unit for households and small shops, while larger installations, such as the ‘community grid,’ are intended to support solar-powered irrigation and rural electrification projects.
Okpala mentioned that the company is focusing on farmers, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and healthcare facilities that are most affected by power outages. Although pricing and deployment timelines were not revealed, Cense Power assured that the solutions are scalable and designed for Nigerian conditions, featuring weather-resistant designs and ‘plug-and-play’ installation options.
The company also stressed its commitment to local empowerment and sustainability, aligning with broader efforts to reduce carbon emissions and expand access to clean energy across the country. Energy experts have long advocated for decentralized and adaptive solutions to tackle Nigeria’s persistent power infrastructure issues.
While several private-sector initiatives have emerged in the solar market recently, energy storage remains a significant barrier to widespread adoption. With this launch, Cense Power joins a growing number of companies aiming to close the energy gap in Nigeria.
