Firm tasks Nigerians on resource management
A firm, Male Integrated Science Nigeria Limited, has restated its position in Nigeria’s renewable-powered water engineering sector with the installation of a high-output two-horsepower solar-powered pump system under its flagship
A firm, Male Integrated Science Nigeria Limited, has restated its position in Nigeria’s renewable-powered water engineering sector with the installation of a high-output two-horsepower solar-powered pump system under its flagship “Retrofit by Male Integrated” initiative.
The company said the project underscores its expanding role in sustainable hydrogeological solutions, as it integrates renewable energy systems into water infrastructure across communities and institutions nationwide.
Chief Executive Officer of the firm, Engr. Dr. Michael Ale expressed satisfaction with the progress recorded under the Retrofit initiative, describing it as a transformative model for modern borehole operations.
“Retrofit by MALE is advancing. This is a recently completed installation of a two-horsepower pump that requires six panels for optimal performance,” he said.
Ale explained that the 2HP pump operates at about 1,500 watts and is supported by six solar panels rated at an average of 350 watts each. The configuration generates nearly 2,000 watts, creating a power buffer above the operational demand of the pump.
“The wattage is about 1,500 watts. When you multiply an average 350-watt panel by six, that gives you about 2,000 watts, which is above the threshold of the installed pump,” he added.
Industry analysts note that designing a system with energy capacity exceeding operational requirements reduces mechanical strain, improves efficiency, and enhances durability. The configuration also ensures uninterrupted water supply during moderate fluctuations in solar intensity.
Beyond energy optimisation, the installation incorporates structured control panels that are securely guided, interference-protected, and padlocked to prevent unauthorised access. The protective framework shields the system from environmental exposure and electrical disruptions, a critical consideration for community-based water facilities.
Ale disclosed that since the launch of the Retrofit initiative in 2025, the company has executed close to 100 borehole projects nationwide. Many newly drilled boreholes, he said, are equipped directly with solar-powered pump systems, eliminating reliance on petrol and diesel generators traditionally used in borehole operations.
“The idea of Retrofit is to upgrade conventional boreholes, including functional and abandoned projects across Nigeria, into renewable energy systems that support carbon sequestration and environmental sustainability,” he stated.
He added that millions of naira have been saved by rural dwellers and homeowners who previously depended on non-renewable energy sources. The initiative has also restored numerous abandoned boreholes to operational status, improving water access in underserved communities.
According to him, Retrofit solutions significantly reduce operational and maintenance costs while extending the lifespan of borehole infrastructure in homes and standalone rural systems.
In what the company described as a milestone, the 100th project under the initiative was completed in Osogbo, Osun State. The project involved drilling through complex basement terrain and successfully accessing an aquifer with a yield of approximately 10,000 litres per hour during a two-hour pump test.
Addressing journalists at the event, Ale attributed the achievement to professional supervision, quality equipment, and what he described as divine grace.
“Crossing this 100th milestone is highly commendable. We give glory to God, and we acknowledge the role of sound equipment and proper supervision in achieving this feat,” he said.
Ale emphasized that Retrofit has positioned itself as a leading renewable energy-driven company with interests spanning water systems, housing, and equipment upgrades. He stressed that continued reliance on petrol, diesel, and unstable grid electricity for borehole operations is financially unsustainable under current economic realities.
“What is meant to be a source of joy should not turn into a poverty-induced venture,” he cautioned, urging Nigerians to manage water and energy resources prudently.
He described continued dependence on conventional fuel-powered systems as an act of financial indiscipline capable of eroding household incomes and affecting long-term livelihood sustainability.
According to him, transitioning to clean, renewable energy-driven water systems not only reduces operational expenses but also contributes to environmental preservation by lowering carbon emissions.
Ale commended Nigerian banks for subsidizing solar solutions for residential homes and called for similar financial support mechanisms to be extended to water borehole retrofitting projects.
“Many households cannot survive using grid energy under the current economic situation. Financial institutions should extend solar support initiatives to water borehole retrofits."
He, however, said that plans are underway to construct more borehole facilities within the year, while converting thousands of abandoned projects nationwide into renewable energy-powered systems.
