Media releases

Abuja, Nigeria – Caroline Eboumbou, the CEO at All On, a leading impact investment company committed to accelerating energy access in Nigeria, has been awarded the prestigious Impact Investment Catalyst Award under the Corporate Excellence and Innovation category at the TED 2025 Green Tech Honours & Impact Night, held at the NAF Conference Centre in Abuja.

Lagos, Nigeria – All On, an impact investment company committed to accelerating energy access in Nigeria, received the prestigious Clean Energy CSR Award at the 2025 International REEEA-A Conference. This recognition celebrates All On’s unwavering dedication to expanding clean energy access and driving inclusive development across Nigeria’s unserved and underserved communities.

All On Invests US$1.5 Million in Hinckley E-Waste Recycling to Advance Battery Circularity in Nigeria

17 September 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – Hinckley E-Waste Recycling Limited, a leading e-waste recycling company in Nigeria, has secured a strategic equity investment of US$1.5 million from All On, an impact investment company committed to accelerating access to clean energy in Nigeria.

All On Deepens Commitment to Clean Cooling with Follow-On Investment in Koolboks’ $11M Series A Round

3 September 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – All On, an impact investment company accelerating energy access in Nigeria, is proud to announce its follow-on investment in Koolboks’ $11 million Series A financing round, reinforcing its commitment to affordable, sustainable cooling solutions for underserved communities.

All On Chairman Urges Bold Investments to Bridge Energy Gap in Nigeria

26 August 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – All On, a Shell-funded impact investment company, participated in the 2025 Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) International Business Conference & Expo, held at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The event, themed "Invest Nigeria", brought together global business leaders, diplomats, and policymakers to explore investment opportunities across Nigeria’s diverse sectors.

All On Invests USD 0.25 Million in enee.io to Scale its Sales Operations in Nigeria

10 July 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – In a move that reinforces its mission to expand energy access across Nigeria, All On, a leading impact investment company, has announced a strategic investment of $250,000 in enee.io, a cutting-edge technology firm specializing in advanced energy monitoring systems.

Auxano Solar, Supported by All On and GEAPP, achieves International IEC Certification for Solar Panels

08 July 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – Auxano Solar, one of Nigeria’s leading solar panel assemblers, has reached a significant milestone in its clean energy journey by obtaining the prestigious IEC 61215 and IEC 61730 certifications for its photovoltaic (PV) modules. These certifications, awarded by TÜV Rheinland, a globally recognized testing and certification body, confirm that Auxano’s solar panels meet rigorous international standards for safety, performance, and durability.

All On Invests ₦2 Billion in Salpha Energy to Scale Local Solar Assembly and Expand Access to Clean Energy in Nigeria

21 May 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – Salpha Energy, a leading clean energy company focused on delivering reliable solar solutions to underserved communities, has announced a ₦2 billion investment from All On, an impact investment company, dedicated to increasing access to energy products and services for unserved and underserved off-grid energy markets in Nigeria.

Over 300 renewable energy professionals attend All On and REA DRE Developer Forum to explore World Bank’s DARES Project

24 Apr 2025

Abuja, Nigeria– All On, in collaboration with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), successfully hosted the Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) Developer Forum on April 23, 2025, in Abuja, bringing together a diverse range of Off-grid Developers from across Nigeria’s renewable energy ecosystem.

All On Investee, Arnergy Solar secures $18 Million Series B Funding to Accelerate Growth and Drive Alternative Energy Transition

16 Apr 2025

Lagos State, Nigeria - Arnergy, a leading Nigerian renewable energy business, is proud to announce the successful closing of its $18 million Series B funding round led by CardinalStone Capital Advisers (CCA). Investing alongside CCA, British International Investment, the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, joins as a new investor in the business.

All On’s Communications Associate, Onyebuchi Odianjo named "Rising Woman in Energy" at WiME Awards 2025

8 Apr 2025

Lagos, Nigeria – Dr. Onyebuchi Odianjo has been named the Rising Woman in Energy at the prestigious Women in Maritime and Energy (WiME) Awards 2025.

All On, Darway Coast, others unveil 500KW solar mini-grid in Ogun community

2 Apr 2025

Lagos State, Nigeria – The Ibaragun community in Ogun State is set to experience a major shift in electricity supply following the completion of a 500KW solar mini-grid project developed by Darway Coast in partnership with All On, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), and others.

Payhippo rebrands to Rivy, raises US $4M in pre-series A funding

26 Mar 2025

Lagos, Nigeria - Rivy, an AI-powered lender for Africa’s renewable energy sector, today announced its rebrand from Payhippo and the successful closing of a US$4 million in pre-Series A funding round. This round comprises US$2 million in debt and US$2 million in equity, with backing from Africa climate – focused investors including All On and EchoVC Eco. This new funding will accelerate Rivy’s mission to enable widespread access to clean energy in Nigeria and beyond.

Oweikorogha Community Celebrates the Commissioning of New Solar Mini-Grid sponsored by All On, developed by Ceesolar

4 Oct 2024

Bayelsa State, Nigeria – The Oweikorogha community in Bayelsa State is set to experience a transformative shift in energy access with the commissioning of a new 80kWp solar mini-grid developed by Ceesolar Energy Limited. The project, financed by All On through the Niger Delta Electrification Programme, aims to bridge the energy gap in underserved and unserved communities in the Niger Delta region.

All On and USADF Announce new Partnership to Expand Energy Access in Nigeria

24 Sept 2024

New York – All On Partnerships for Energy Access (All On) and the United States African Development Foundation (USADF) are pleased to announce the renewal of their partnership to expand off-grid energy access in Nigeria, with a focus on underserved communities. Building on the success of their collaboration from 2017 to 2022, this new initiative will see both organizations commit a combined $10 million over the next three years to support innovative, African-owned businesses providing sustainable energy solutions.

All On grants $395,000 to Ceesolar Energy for Niger Delta power project

Jun 20, 2024

Lagos - All On,the Shell funded leading Nige­rian impact investment company, has announced a $395,000 grant awarded to Ceesolar Energy Limited, a renewable energy firm specialising in solar sys­tem design and construction, energy system deployment.

All On, RMI, and GEAPP Partner to Address Energy Access Gap in Nigeria with Focus on Mini-Grid Solutions

June 14, 2024

Lagos - All On, a leading Nigerian impact investment company in partnership with Rocky Mountain Institute, (RMI) and The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) co-hosted an Alliance Partners Roundtable recently to discuss the existing and emerging challenges faced by Mini-grid developers and financiers, while proffering solutions that will drive growth and unlock scale within the Mini-grid Sector.

All On Off-Grid Energy Business Report Published

Jun 4, 2024

Abuja - The off-grid energy sector in Nigeria holds significant potential to alleviate the country’s electricity crisis and provide decentralised and sustainable energy solutions. However, despite the numerous benefits mini-grids offer, their development in the country remains hampered by policy and regulatory bottlenecks.

Caroline Eboumbou, ‘All On’ CEO, Receives Prestigious ‘Outstanding Woman in Renewable Energy’ Award

4 Apr 2024

Lagos – The Chief Executive Officer, All On, Caroline Eboumbou has won the Outstanding Woman in Renewable Energy award at the just-concluded 2024 edition of the Women in Maritime & Energy Award in Lagos.

All On Closes $3 Million Bridge Round Investment with Arnergy to Boost Renewable Energy Access in Nigeria

Jan 30, 2024

Lagos - All On, a leading Nigerian impact investment company recently announced a strategic $3 million bridge round investment in Arnergy

, a market leader in distributed renewable energy products and solutions. This infusion of capital by All On, one of Arnergy’s Series A investors, positions Arnergy to leverage the growing demand-supply gap for solar systems in Nigeria.

All On Doubles Investment in Mobile Power (MOPO) with £1 Million to Support MOPOMax Expansion

Dec 05, 2023

Lagos, Nigeria– All On, a leading impact investing company focused on scaling up the renewable energy sector in Nigeria, has announced an additional investment of £1 million in MOPO, a company offering innovative pay-per-use battery solutions to individuals and business with no or unstable power infrastructure in Sub-Saharan Africa. This brings All On's total investment in MOPO to £2 million.

All On, Enerplaz PayGo Sign $200k clean energy investment deal

Sept 26, 2023

Lagos State, Nigeria - All On, an Off-grid energy impact investor has announced a $200,000 investment in Enerplaz PayGo Solutions Limited, a clean energy company focused on providing Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) solutions to MSMEs and residences in the Niger Delta Region.

All On, GEAPP Commits $11 million To Support 25 Mini-grid Projects in Nigeria

June 9, 2023

Lagos, Nigeria –Shell funded impact investment company, All On, through its Demand Aggregation for Renewable Technologies (DART) program, has announced its commitment of $11 million to support 25 mini-grid projects in Nigeria.

$80,000 Grant Funding Awarded To Eight Clean-Energy Start-ups From 2022 NCIC/All On Incubation Program

Oct 28, 2022

Lagos – All On, through its venture-building platform the All On Hub, in partnership with the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022 edition of the annual incubation program for early-stage renewable energy entrepreneurs. They are: Retile, Let It Cold, Energy Assured, Nutrideen Agriculture Concepts, Danwawo Group, Swift Tranzact, Solaris Greentech Hub and Powerbox Energy Systems.

All On and Mobile Power Limited Sign GBP1million Investment Deal to Expand Deployment of Pay-per-use battery sharing platform in Nigeria

Aug 31, 2022

Lagos – All On, a Shell-funded impact investment company, is pleased to announce a GBP1million investment in Mobile Power Limited, to increase the growth of its Pay-per-use battery sharing platform in Nigeria.

All On Board of Directors appoints Caroline Eboumbou as new CEO

Aug 3, 2022

Lagos – The All On Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Caroline Eboumbou as the new Chief Executive Officer of All On after a broad search and rigorous interview process.

All On and Koolboks Sign a $500k Investment Deal for Deployment of Solar-powered Refrigeration systems in Nigeria

Jun 22, 2022

Lagos – Shell-funded impact investment company, All On is pleased to announce a $500k investment in Koolboks, an innovative refrigeration solutions company that provides affordable cooling services to small businesses and households, with a social impact focus on increasing income and job opportunities for women.

All on and greenage technologies sign $500k investment deal for expansion of a solar equipment manufacturing facility

Jun 16, 2022

Lagos – Shell-funded impact investment company, All On is pleased to announce a $500k investment in Greenage Technologies Power Systems Limited to fund the construction and expansion of its charge controllers and inverters manufacture facility in Enugu State, South Eastern part of Nigeria.

17 Early-stage Businesses Commence 2022 NCIC/All On Ideation Incubation Program

May 17, 2022

Lagos – Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre (NCIC) with support from All On, is pleased to announce the 2022 edition of their annual ideation incubation program for early-stage renewable energy entrepreneurs.

All On and Solstroem Sign Investment Deal To Finance Technology Platform For Carbon Credits

May 16, 2022

Lagos/Copenhagen - All On, a Shell-funded impact investment company focusing on strengthening the off-grid energy markets in Nigeria, is pleased to announce an investment in the Danish Technology Company SOLSTROEM. In doing so, All On matches a previous investment made by Persistent Energy Capital LLC into the company in November 2021.

USADF and All On Launch the 2022 Edition of the Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

February 21, 2022

Lagos - The United States African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On today announced the official opening of the 2022 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge, which will provide up to US$100,000 in blended finance to each selected enterprise.

All On and USADF Announce 13 Winners Of The $100k 2021 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

January 21, 2022

Lagos - Today, the U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On announced that 13 wholly Nigerian-owned enterprises have emerged as winners of the 2021 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge. The annual Challenge is a multi-year partnership between USADF and All On to identify and scale innovative off-grid solutions to “power up” unserved and underserved areas in Nigeria.

Clean Technology Hub and All On Hub Award $70,000 in Ideation Grants to Top Clean Energy Start Ups

December 16th, 2021

Abuja - Seven Nigerian clean energy start-up ventures will each receive a $10,000 grant award at the end of the 2021 Enterprise Development Program (EDP), having emerged as winners with the most innovative concepts.

All on and katapult invest in innovative solar mini-grids company nxt grid to expand their nigeria footprint

December 15th, 2021

Amsterdam - NXT Grid, an innovative one-stop-shop for solar mini-grids, announced today it has raised $1.4 Million from investors All On and Katapult Climate.

New $10m Aggregated Solar Equipment Procurement Financing Facility Launches in Nigeria

November 23rd, 2021

Lagos - All On, Odyssey, and The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet-supported program will accelerate the growth of the renewable energy sector.

All On and Salpha Energy Limited Sign $1m Investment Deal for Solar Home Systems Distribution in Nigeria

November 19th, 2021

Lagos - Shell-funded impact investment company, All On is pleased to announce a $1m investment in Salpha Energy Nigeria to scale the company’s solar home systems distribution business, focused on bottom-of-the-pyramid customers in rural and peri-urban areas across Nigeria including the Niger Delta.

NCIC completes all on hub-sponsored 2021 off grid incubation program

September 28th, 2021

Lagos - The 2021 winners of the annual Nigeria Climate Innovation Center’s (NCIC) Embryo Incubation Program (EIP), sponsored by the All On Hub, were announced today after the Demo Day Pitch event. They are: Dalsman Tech, D’Suon Limited, SiriusX Energy, Think Electric, Vectar Energy, WakaGen, YOWIF and Zimaj Craft Enterprise.

All On and Infibranches Sign a $2m Investment Deal to Drive Growth in the Nigerian Renewable Energy Sector

September 20th, 2021

LAGOS - Shell-funded impact investment company All On is pleased to announce a $2m investment in fintech company, Infibranches Technologies Limited to help bridge the energy distribution gap in underserved rural and peri-urban areas of Nigeria.

All On and ETC Announce The Energy Talent Scholarship For The Niger Delta

August 31st, 2021

• The scholarship is a training program developed to equip graduates living in or indigenes of the Niger Delta for employment opportunities in the renewables sector
• Energy Talent Company will train successful candidates in the competencies they need to start a career in the renewables energy sector

2021 CTIAF/All On Ideation Incubation Commences

August 10th, 2021

Abuja - Clean Tech Innovation and Acceleration Foundation (CTIAF) with support from All On, is pleased to announce the 2021 edition of their annual ideation incubation program for budding renewable energy entrepreneurs.

USADF and All On open the 2021 edition of the US$2,000,000 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

January 15, 2021

Lagos, Nigeria - The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On today announced the official opening of the 2021 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge, which will provide up to $100,000 in blended finance per enterprise for successful applicants.

All On and USADF Announce Nine Finalists for the $100k 2020 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

January 12, 2021

Lagos, Nigeria - The US African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On today announced that nine wholly African-owned enterprises have emerged as finalists for the 2020 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge.

Oolu, a West Africa-based Solar Pay-As-You-Go Distributor, raises $8.5 million in Series B round with RP Global as lead investor, All On and Persistent Energy, among others.

December 14, 2020

Dakar, Senegal – Oolu, a leading solar distributor in West Africa, has closed a $8.5 million Series B investment round led by independent renewable energy developer RP Global. Additional participating investors included Persistent Energy Capital, Shell-seeded impact investor All On, Gaia Impact Fund, and DPI Energy Ventures.

Seven Nigerian Renewable Energy Start-Ups Awarded $10,000 Development Grant 

November 23, 2020

Lagos - Seven renewable energy start-ups who have all demonstrated excellence in innovation will each be awarded $10,000 at the end of the Clean Technology Incubation and Acceleration Foundation (CTIAF) incubation program sponsored by Shell-funded impact investing firm, All On.

NXT Grid Receives Funding from Nigerian Impact Investor All On for Mini-Grid Innovation

October 02, 2020

Amsterdam, The Netherlands - NXT Grid BV, a solar mini-grid rental company, with a focus on online automation and standardisation to empower local mini-grid developers in Sub-Saharan Africa (“SSA”), has secured an investment from All On, a Nigerian impact investing firm seeded by Shell.

All On and Auxano Solar Nigeria Sign $1.5m Investment Deal for Solar Panel Assembly Plant Expansion

September 21, 2020

Lagos - Shell-funded impact investment company All On is pleased to announce a $1.5m investment in Auxano Solar Nigeria Limited to scale its operations over the next five years.

Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre Completes All On Hub-Sponsored 2020 Embryo Incubation Program

August 17, 2020

Lagos - The winners of the 2020 edition of the Nigeria Climate Innovation Centre’s (NCIC) Embryo Incubation Program, sponsored by the All On Hub, were announced today on the Power Solutions Radio Show on Nigeria Info FM in Lagos and online. They are: Afrinet Power, Bin Energy, Climate Innovation Motors, Homefort Energy, MySolarBid, Quadcycle Nigeria, Sollef and Quadloop.

Renewvia Receives $1.2 Million Commitment From All On To Electrify Communities In The Niger Delta

Jun 02, 2020

Lagos - Renewvia Energy Corporation, a global solar developer, and All On, a Nigerian off-grid impact investor, today announced a partnership to electrify rural communities unserved by conventional utilities in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. The agreement includes a commitment of $1.2 million from All On to enable Renewvia to develop and operate solar minigrids to bring clean energy, and ultimately spur economic development in the region.

All On-Funded COVID-19 Solar Relief Fund Supported Installations Completed Across Nigeria

Jun 01, 2020

Shell-funded impact investment company, All On is pleased to announce the completion of phase 1 of nationwide solar installations at emergency health facilities related to the COVID-19 pandemic response.

All On and USADF shortlist 22 businesses for the 2020 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

May 21, 2020

Lagos - Shell funded Nigerian impact investor All On is pleased to announce that 22 wholly Nigerian owned enterprises have been shortlisted for the 2020 USADF – All On Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge.

All On Funded GVE Solar Installation Completed at Eleme Hospital Isolation Facility

Apr 23, 2020

Lagos - Shell funded All On is pleased to announce the completion of a 9.6Kw solar and 30kWh battery storage solution at the Rivers State COVID-19 Isolation Facility located at the Eleme General Hospital, Ogale Nchia, Rivers State.

Nigerian Impact Investor All On Announces Moratorium on Loan Interest Payments

Apr 15, 2020

Lagos, Nigeria. Nigerian off-grid impact energy investment company, All On, today announced a postponement of all Q2 2020 interest payments on current interest-bearing investments. This decision was taken in recognition of the continued economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and in line with the company’s mandate to accelerate the growth of the off-grid energy sector in Nigeria.

All On announces N180 million COVID-19 Solar Relief Fund to power emergency health care in Nigeria

Mar 31, 2020

Lagos, Nigeria. Nigerian off-grid energy impact investing company All On, seeded by Shell, today announced N180 million in assistance to renewable energy companies, Auxano, Arnergy, GVE and Lumos to provide solar power for emergency health centers in support of the response to fighting the COVID-19 pandemic. The four companies, all investees of All On, have been selected based on their immediate preparedness to respond with products, inventory, technical capabilities and their efficient delivery track record.

USADF and All On Open the 2020 Edition of the US$100,000 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

15/01/2020

Lagos, Nigeria. The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On have officially opened the application window for the 2020 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge, which will provide up to $100,000 in blended finance per enterprise for successful applicants. The 2020 application window opens on January 15 and closes on February 29, 2020. The Rockefeller Foundation is also providing funding support for the 2020 edition of the program.

Talking Business Africa: Femi Adeyemo, CEO Arnergy speaks to BBC on the benefits of arnergy
products to Nigerian businesses and showcases the features and benefits of Arnergy technology.

SMEs and Alternative Power for Nigeria

The sound of noisy, dirty petrol-powered generators has become the background theme of Nigerian life.

Nigerian renewable energy solutions provider Arnergy closes Series A financing

New capital will fuel commercial growth towards providing energy reliability to customers

Dr. Wiebe Boer’s Techpoint presentation #TechpointInspired

The ₦1bn BOI/ All On Niger Delta Off-Grid Energy Fund is now operational!

Keynote Speech For The 4th Nigerian Energy Forum Held On 9-10 April 2019 At The Admiralty Conference Centre Victoria Island, Lagos.

“Energy: Why it is important and the way forward” Dr. Wiebe Boer, CEO, All On.

All On offers Scholarship to 120 Solar Entrepreneurs in the Niger Delta Through Rubitec Academy

Lagos, Nigeria. All On, a Shell-funded off-grid energy impact investment company, will be funding scholarships for up to 120 professionals affiliated to the Niger Delta.

All On and The Bank of Industry (BOI) Announce the Establishment of the Niger Delta Off Grid Energy Fund

The fund will provide local currency debt financing to facilitate the deployment of energy solutions by access-to-energy companies in the Niger Delta at 10% interest rate per annum (with a one-year moratorium) and tenor of up to seven years.

USADF, All On Open 2019 $100,000 Off Grid Energy Challenge for Nigeria

The U.S. African Development Foundation (USADF) and All On have officially opened the application window for the 2019 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge, which will provide up to $100,000 in blended finance per enterprise for the successful applicants.

All On Partners the Nigeria Climate Innovation Center on the Climate Launchpad Global Idea Incubation Launch

The Nigeria Climate Innovation Center (NCIC) is pleased to announce a grant funding partnership with All On to support the 2018-2019 Climate Launchpad winning teams’ incubation; the NCIC’s inaugural incubation program.

Nigerian Off-Grid & Innovators Summit 2018

Dr. Wiebe Boer

Chief Executive Officer

October 17, 2018

Nigerian Off-Grid & Innovators Summit 2018

Osagie Okunbor

Managing Director, SPDC/Country Chair Shell Companies in Nigeria

October 17, 2018

All On Partners with AfDB, NDF, GEF and CIC to launch a $58 million capital Off-grid Energy Access Fund (OGEF)

2018-11-13

Nigerian off-grid energy investment company, All On, has announced its partnership with African Development Bank (AfDB); the Nordic Development Fund (NDF); Global Environment Facility (GEF); and Calvert Impact Capital (CIC) towards a $58 million capital first close for the Off-Grid Energy Fund (OGEF).

All On and USADF Announce the Winners of The 2018 Nigeria Off-Grid Energy Challenge

17/10/2018

The winners of the 2018 joint All On - United States African Development Foundation (USADF) Off-Grid Energy Challenge were announced today at the Nigerian Off-Grid Energy & Innovators Summit 2018 held at the All On Office in Ikoyi, Lagos