Bright sparks: How ENGIE’s MySol Boss is powering Nigeria’s businesses

It all began in a quiet market stall in Onitsha, where Ifeoma Adegbile’s frozen food business was on the verge of collapse.

For years, her survival depended on a rickety generator that consumed fuel faster than her profits could sustain. Constant breakdowns, endless trips to the mechanic, and skyrocketing fuel prices made her dream of financial independence seem unattainable.

Customers started complaining about spoiled goods, and Ifeoma feared she might have to shut down.

Boom, everything changed. A friend introduced her to ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria’s MySol Solar Business System Solution (MySol Boss). With a small down payment, Ifeoma secured the 3kVA system, which could power her freezer, inverter AC, and other appliances for up to 20 years.

Her first impression? Silence. The quiet hum of solar-powered efficiency replaced the constant noise of her old generator. Within days, her stock turnover improved as customers marvelled at the consistently frozen wares, and her operational costs plummeted.

“Before MySol Boss, I spent over ₦15,000 a week on fuel alone. Now, I can save that money or invest it back into my business,” Ifeoma said, her face glowing with satisfaction.

Her transformation story is just one among thousands across Nigeria, as ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria takes bold strides to revolutionise how small, medium, and large-scale businesses and households power their lives.

Powering Nigeria, one business at a time
At the heart of this innovation is ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria’s MySol Boss, which was launched a few months ago and is already making waves in urban and peri-urban communities across Nigeria. With three variants—3kVA, 5kVA, and 8kVA—the hybrid solar solution is tailored for small and medium-sized businesses like Ifeoma’s, offering scalable energy solutions that grow with their needs.

“The MySol Boss system is for the doers, the dreamers, and the builders,” Taylor-Harry Akonte, ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria deputy country director, told BusinessDay in an exclusive interview. “It’s for anyone who has ever had to choose between buying fuel or expanding their business. MySol Boss eliminates that dilemma.”

“Her transformation story is just one among thousands across Nigeria, as ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria takes bold strides to revolutionise how small, medium, and large-scale businesses and households power their lives.”

Unlike conventional energy setups, MySol Boss isn’t just another inverter or battery system. It’s an all-in-one, standalone powerhouse: a solar energy inverter combined with lithium-ion batteries and grid integration for uninterrupted power. Built into a sleek, durable cabinet that can withstand Nigeria’s often harsh environments, it’s designed to provide reliable energy even in areas plagued by erratic grid power.

Affordability meets flexibility

ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria’s innovative PayGo model ensures that access to clean energy is no longer a luxury. Customers pay just 20 percent upfront, with flexible repayment options that span six months to one year. This financing model is particularly game-changing for small business owners who often struggle with large upfront costs.

To encourage early repayment, ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria offers significant discounts. “We believe in rewarding our customers’ commitment. Every prompt repayment is an investment in their energy independence,” Akonte emphasised.

And the system isn’t just cost-effective; it’s smart. Integrated global system for mobile (GSM) technology allows ENGIE Energy Access Nigeria to monitor performance remotely, offering maintenance alerts and software updates without the need for on-site visits.

A customer-centric revolution