MTN Nigeria has entered into a strategic partnership with First WATT Renewable Limited to deploy a 34MW renewable energy solution across critical telecommunications infrastructure and electric vehicle (EV) charging stations nationwide.
The project will deliver approximately 34 megawatts-peak (MWp) of solar photovoltaic capacity alongside 40 megawatt-hours (MWh) of battery energy storage, targeting key MTN facilities including data centres, switching centres, cable landing stations, and customer service locations.
The initiative is designed to reduce MTN’s reliance on diesel-powered operations, improve energy reliability, and support the company’s broader sustainability objectives. As energy costs continue to rise, the telecom operator is seeking cleaner and more cost-effective alternatives to power its network infrastructure.
A key component of the partnership includes powering 60kW EV charging stations across eight locations in Nigeria, spanning Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, Asaba, Kano, and Ibadan. The move positions both companies at the intersection of digital infrastructure development and the country’s emerging clean mobility ecosystem.
According to the partners, the project could prevent an estimated 25,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions over the next five years, while strengthening the resilience of infrastructure that supports millions of voice, data, and financial transactions daily.
The partnership reflects a broader shift within Nigeria’s telecommunications industry toward renewable energy solutions as operators seek to enhance operational efficiency, lower costs, and meet growing sustainability commitments.
