Nigerian Woman Invests N3.8 Million in Solar Power for Uninterrupted Electricity
A Nigerian lady has made a significant investment in solar energy to achieve constant electricity supply for her home, sharing her positive experience on social media. The woman, known on TikTok as @softqueen_official, revealed that she spent N3.8 million to install a solar power system that now provides her with 24/7 electricity, successfully running both her air conditioner and refrigerator without interruption.
Motivation Behind the Solar Switch
The lady explained her decision to transition to solar power stemmed from two primary reasons. First, despite receiving electricity for eight to ten hours daily from the national grid, with occasional extensions to fifteen hours, she desired a consistent twenty-four-hour power supply. Second, she expressed strong aversion to generator noise, which she claimed negatively affected her mental well-being, leaving solar energy as her preferred alternative.
"We normally have light like eight to 10 hours a day, even sometimes 15 hours a day because I am using airport light," she stated in her video. "But I wanted something that is 24 hours, like it should be 24/7. And you see generator noise, if you are close to me, you will know that noise really affects me mentally. So, that's why I got the solar."
Financial Investment and Personal Satisfaction
In the comment section of her TikTok video, the lady disclosed the substantial cost of her solar setup, amounting to N3.8 million. She described this expenditure as "money well spent" and emphasized the importance of financial independence for women. Overlaid text on her video read: "No light and I am enjoying my solar. Just have money as a lady. It will save you from a lot."
Her video showcased her comfortably using her air conditioner while wrapped in a duvet, demonstrating the effectiveness of her solar-powered system. She expressed joy in her decision, noting that she now lives comfortably despite irregular power supply from the national grid.
Public Reaction and Broader Context
The lady's video sparked considerable interest among Nigerian netizens, with many expressing admiration and curiosity about replicating similar setups in their own homes. Comments ranged from congratulations to practical inquiries about the system's specifications.
- Sweetchees? commented: "The best thing I did for myself last year. I just dey happy."
- p4Clothing said: "I need this solar badly for my business God dey him go run am."
- Thatbrownghurl asked: "Whoa, it carried your AC? Wow.. Let me see the setup, please."
- ife girl shared: "Since I buy my own, people don turn my house to phone charging center, and am tired, early morning sun never come out Dem don carry phone come."
This story reflects a growing trend among Nigerians seeking alternative energy solutions amid persistent power challenges. In a related account, another lady previously shared how she switched to solar in December 2025 after months without electricity in her estate due to a faulty transformer, having spent N800,000 on fuel without reliable power supply.
The increasing adoption of solar energy highlights both the frustrations with conventional power infrastructure and the willingness of Nigerians to invest in sustainable alternatives for improved quality of life and business operations.
