PMI-SGDL Conducts Technical Assessment of NEMSA's Kano Meter Test Station
A team from Smart Grid Development Limited (SGDL) has carried out a technical and operational assessment to boost metering readiness.
Renewed Hope AgendaLighting the path to a
Lighting the path to a
shared prosperity
Creating a reliable, modern & transparent metering ecosystem in Nigeria. Eliminating the metering gap for millions of Nigerians.
His Excellency
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
A Vision for Energy Independence
In November 2023, His Excellency President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI). This transformative programme aims to close the metering gap for about 60% of registered electricity customers currently on estimated billing, while improving efficiency, reliability, and investment confidence in Nigeria's power sector.
The Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI) is a multi stream infrastructure initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to close Nigeria's metering gap estimated at about seven million as at the end of 2023, an important step toward ensuring every Nigerian enjoys accurate, transparent, and accountable electricity access.
7M+
Metering Gap
60%
Target Coverage
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Vision
To empower Nigerians with trusted smart metering, lighting the path to shared prosperity.
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Mission
To deploy smart-metering solutions that enhance transparency and unlock power-sector revenue.
Strategic Pillars
Our mandate is focused on four key areas to revitalize the national power ecosystem.
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End Estimated Billing
- squareDeploy 7 million smart end-user meters and Distribution Transformer (DT) meters.
- squareAchieve 100% metering of all target Federal MDAs.
7M+ Meters
100% MDA Target
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Attract Investment
Reduce technical and commercial losses to improve sector liquidity and electricity access.
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Technology & Innovation
- Deploy the PMI Monitoring Enterprise System (PreMIES).
- Design and roll out the technology that drives the Direct Subsidy Mechanism and Management Systems (DSMS).
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Workforce Capacity
- Train and certify meter installers and create power sector jobs.
- Upgrade testing capacity.
- Build internal staff capacity for high-performance operations.
Executive Leadership
Olu Verheijen
Executive Secretary, PMI
Special Adviser on Energy to the President
Mrs. Olu Verheijen is a distinguished energy executive and policy leader currently serving as Executive Secretary of the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI) and Special Adviser on Energy to the President of Nigeria. She leads two critical presidential reform initiatives designed to restore the financial viability of Nigeria’s power sector and unlock sustained private sector participation. As Executive Secretary, she oversees the nationwide deployment of seven million smart meters, a transformative effort aimed at reducing losses, improving revenue assurance, and rebuilding market confidence across the electricity value chain. In her capacity as Special Adviser on Energy, Mrs. Verheijen directs the design and execution of policies to attract investment and accelerate growth across the oil, gas, and power sectors.
Mr. Obafemi Solebo
Project Director & CEO, PMI-SGDL
Mr. Solebo is the Project Director and Chief Executive Officer of PMI-SGDL In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the implementation, coordination, and operational management of the Initiative, to improve transparency, efficiency, and financial sustainability in the power sector. He provides strategic leadership for the project to ensure timely delivery, and stakeholder alignment. With over 27 years of cross-industry experience spanning finance, power, oil and gas, and infrastructure, Mr. Solebo brings deep expertise in strategic planning, business development, corporate finance, and stakeholder engagement. He has a proven track record in leading growth-focused organizations, negotiating major partnerships, and delivering operational excellence within complex, fast-paced environments.
News & Press
Updates on the mission to electrify Nigeria.
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A Strategic Facility with Untapped Potential
Established in 2020, the Kano National Meter Test Station was designed as a regional hub for meter testing and calibration in northern Nigeria, featuring five laboratories and a 20-position Zera stationary test bench.
Press Release
Nationwide NEMSA Readiness Review Begins
The Kano assessment is the first in a series of visits to NEMSA's meter testing facilities in Port Harcourt, Lagos (Oshodi), and Kaduna, forming a comprehensive readiness review to support Nigeria's metering reform drive.
Gallery
Moments from the Presidential Metering Initiative across Nigeria.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI) is a multi-stream infrastructure initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to close Nigeria's metering gap, estimated at about seven million as at the end of 2023.
Empowering Nigeria's Workforce
We are equipping 5,000 Nigerians with technical skills. Are you ready to become a certified meter installer and be part of Nigeria's power sector transformation?
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