A Nigerian man has taken a decisive step to secure uninterrupted power supply for his workspace by installing a solar inverter system, sharing the full breakdown of costs on social media. The move comes amid persistent power outages and high fuel costs in the country.
Man Announces Solar Installation on Social Media
In a post on his social media account, the man, identified as @atsvisuals_, announced that he had just installed a solar-powered setup for his workspace. He wrote: "My workspace just got a massive upgrade: a solar-powered setup. No more NEPA and fuel wahala! Alhamdulillahi!!!" The post signaled his relief from relying on the national power grid and generators.
Breakdown of Solar System Costs
Following inquiries from followers about the price, @atsvisuals_ shared a detailed breakdown of the expenses. The total cost for the solar installation was N600,000. The items included an Itel power tank for N350,000, a 450W bifacial solar panel for N100,000, a solar cable 6mm (10 yards) for N40,000, accessories (including 2-pole DC breaker, 2-pole AC breaker, 1-pole AC breaker, AC surge protector, DC surge protector, enclosure box, knife switch changeover of 100 amps, and light indicator) for N70,000, and logistics and workmanship for N40,000. He noted that logistics, workmanship, and accessories costs may vary.
Reactions from Social Media Users
The post generated various reactions. User @NyaknoAndrew4 asked about the monitor in the photo: "I like your monitor bro, which model and inches?" @0xtega_eth commented, "Hmm cheapest I've seen among others setup." @Iamkingsleyf noted a price discrepancy: "Wait o - 450W bifacial solar panel 100k I bought 535W for 91k last nov/dec." @eferebo_e inquired about the power tank: "Does the power tank come with solar panel? Or the one you bought is additional?? For the other details I am clear." @Weirdpolymath01 asked about a digital clock: "Please chief, where did you get that digital clock on your table and how much? Thanks."
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In a similar story, a Nigerian man who installed a 7.5kVA solar system began selling electricity to three neighbors, earning N25,000 in one month. He reportedly spent about N4 million on the setup. Another man shared the cost of a 16kVA solar system at N4.5 million, warning buyers to beware of fake solar panels and overcharging sellers.
