A Nigerian businesswoman who recently installed a 2kVA solar inverter has shared her experience and the total cost of the system, urging others to invest in solar power amid frequent power outages in the country.
The woman, who runs a store, took to her TikTok page to document the installation and usage of her new solar system. She explained that her husband gifted her the solar setup to support her business on their first wedding anniversary, after she specifically requested it.
In her initial post, she wrote: "One year anniversary gift came earlier. My Obim said mention anything to support your business for our coming anniversary and consider it done. Latest solar owner in the chat, no more 5k fuel every night. Thank you my husband." She added in another video: "Goodbye to blackout and fuel expenses."
Details of the Solar Inverter System
Five days after installation, @qwinteefoodmart01 addressed questions from followers about her solar system. She clarified that it is not a solar generator and does not come with a freezer. The system includes a 2kVA inverter, a lithium battery, and four solar panels, each rated at 450 watts and taller than her.
She demonstrated that the system can power her two freezers, which freeze items effectively. In her video, she stated: "The solar system itself can power my two freezers, it's freezing so well."
Total Cost and Message to Nigerians
The businesswoman revealed the total cost of the 2kVA solar inverter with four panels: "All it costs is 1.4 million naira." In the video description, she advised: "Get that solar for your business or house if you have the money."
Her post sparked reactions from viewers. Adewemimo Temitope commented on lithium batteries, noting their common use in laptops and phones. Tolucious shared that his own system cost 1.5 million naira but uses a tubular battery instead of lithium. Tonia Anwana asked about tax payments to Lagos State. Others, like Mummy F3 and Oluwatumininu, requested the engineer's contact information. Abiola Salau Zainab mentioned someone told her a similar system cost 3 million naira. Official Tiwatope sought clarification on whether the price included the fridge or freezer. Celebrity mother praised the cost, saying "1.4 million otida. God bless your business ma."
In related news, a Nigerian man went viral after showing his 24-hour electricity supply from a 6kVA solar inverter system with lithium batteries and multiple panels, providing a full cost breakdown. Another man demonstrated using a 2kVA solar inverter to power an air conditioner, refrigerator, three TVs, and other appliances in his shop, using smart switches and load control for efficient energy management.
