In her new role, Adesanya will oversee Bboxx Nigeria’s participation in the Distributed Access through Renewable Energy Scale-up (DARES) fund.

The company plans to reach more than 100,000 households in 2026, providing off-grid solar systems, solar-powered irrigation for farmers and financing for smartphones.

Anthony Osijo, Group CEO, Abci-Nexus, said: “I am delighted to welcome Ene into the role of Managing Director for Bboxx Nigeria. This transition highlights Bboxx’s commitment to developing internal talent, promoting from within and ensuring consistent, strong leadership as we continue to double down on our key markets.”

Adesanya brings over 17 years of experience in finance and business leadership. Prior to her appointment, she served as Head of Finance at Bboxx Nigeria, where she supported market expansion, strengthened financial governance, and delivered value across both commercial and donor-funded programmes.

“I joined Bboxx because I believe in building sustainable, impact-driven energy businesses that deliver real change,” Adesanya said:

“Through our participation in the DARES fund and our range of energy and financing solutions, we are well-positioned to significantly expand access to essential services for Nigerian households and businesses in 2026 and beyond.”

Adesanya succeeds Ernest Akinlola, who stepped down at the end of January after five years in the role. While he is no longer managing day-to-day operations, Akinlola will continue to support the business as a member of the Bboxx Energy Access Nigeria board.

Osijo acknowledged his contribution, saying, “I would like to thank Ernest for his significant contributions to Bboxx Nigeria; during his time here, he has helped drive the renewable energy agenda in Africa’s most populous country.”

The opening of the Ikeja shop comes on the heels of growing demand for reliable solar energy alternatives in urban centres. This new location is a fully integrated experience centre designed for end-users, EPC partners, and distributors to explore, engage, and receive comprehensive support on solar energy solutions.

With offerings ranging from plug-and-play systems to larger installations, the Ikeja shop provides access to the complete itel Energy portfolio, including solar panels, batteries, inverters, all-in-one (AIO) systems, and accessories.

Customers and distributors alike will also benefit from on-site consultation, product testing, and real-time technical support, all backed by itel’s industry-leading after-sales service framework.

“For us at itel Energy, customer experience doesn’t end at the point of purchase. It begins there,” said Olaotan Fawehinmi, PR manager of itel Energy.

“This Ikeja Store is purpose-built for distributors and EPC partners to easily access support and logistics, while also allowing end users to experience, understand, and trust the technology they’re buying. With a 3-year replacement warranty on inverters and a 5-year warranty on batteries, plus our Carlcare centres across all 36 states, we are redefining what after-sales care means in this industry.”

The event gathered key industry players, EPC engineers, business owners, and local distributors who praised itel Energy’s customer-centric model and business-friendly structure.

“I’ve worked with several solar brands, but itel Energy stands out,” said John Nwoye, General Manager, Flotel Electronics Limited. “The products are reliable, the pricing is competitive, and the after-sales service is unmatched. Having a physical shop and support team here in Computer Village makes doing business faster and far more efficient.”

“This is a game changer,” James Agbo, operations manager, Flotel Electronics Limited. “Beyond the products, itel understands the Nigerian customer and the Nigerian Market. From flexible warranty options to nationwide service coverage and instant tech support, it’s clear they’re in it for the long haul.”

The Computer Village experience centre is the latest in a series of physical touchpoints being rolled out by itel Energy nationwide. Each location is designed to serve multiple tiers of customers, from walk-in consumers and solar installers to regional distributors, while upholding the brand’s ethos of affordable quality, service excellence, and innovation.

At the launch event, Itel Solar Energy also introduced its latest 3.6kWh All-in-One (AIO) solar system, which was enthusiastically received and quickly sold out.

The new AIO offers a compact solution that fits perfectly with the needs of urban dwellers, students, and small business owners who require plug-and-play energy options.

Encouraged by the strong market response, the brand announced plans to roll out even more portable energy storage products across its stores in the coming weeks.

This move is driven by the growing demand for flexible, mobile power solutions among Nigerians who face irregular electricity supply, rising fuel costs, and the need for uninterrupted productivity, whether at home, in shops, or on the go.

The shop will also act as a logistics base for regional EPC partners, ensuring quicker product fulfilment and on-ground support during installations and large-scale solar deployments.