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Why Salons in Nigeria Are Wasting Money, And Power, Without This Solar Generator

You don’t need PHCN. You don’t even need fuel. You need this.

Let’s get one thing straight:

Most salons in Nigeria are burning cash.
Not because they lack customers.
Not because their prices are too low.
But because they’re spending more money on power than actual profit.

And here’s the wildest part?

Many still believe solar is only for homes or that “it can’t power a full salon.”
Let’s bust that lie, once and for all.

Yes, it’s real.
This isn’t a hypothetical “future.”
This is a salon running fully on a portable solar generator, with no noise, no smoke, no fuel queues.

The Status Quo Is Bleeding Business Owners Dry

Let’s break down the traditional setup for salons in Nigeria:

Power Source

Cost

Issues

PHCN Light

₦20,000–₦35,000/month

Unreliable, unexpected blackouts

Petrol Generator

₦30,000–₦50,000/month

Fuel hikes, repairs, noise

Diesel Generator

₦70,000–₦100,000/month

Overkill for most salons

Solar?

“Too expensive”, they say

Actually… the most cost-saving

Here’s what nobody tells you:

You’re not supposed to go fully off-grid to use solar.
You can start small, scalable, and smart, just like this salon did with our Hithium Heroee 2 Generator.

Here’s What It Powered (with 1kWh capacity):

  • Hairdryer (45–60 mins)
  • Hair clipper (5+ hours)
  • Ring light + LED ceiling bulbs (6–8 hours)
  • 32-inch TV (4+ hours)
  • Rechargeable fan (all day)
  • POS machine & phone charging (non-stop)

All this with no smoke, no refueling stress, and no “gen don off” embarrassment in front of clients.

Here’s the Contrarian Truth:

Solar isn’t a luxury. It’s the smartest cost-saving tool for any Nigerian small business.

The real myth is thinking solar needs ₦3 million and a rooftop full of panels.

Today’s portable solar tech (like our Hithium models) let you:

  • Plug and play anywhere
  • Move your power supply when you relocate shops
  • Buy now and pay small small
  • Scale up as your business grows

Let’s Do the Math:

Most salons spend ₦30k–₦60k monthly on power alone.

Instead, pay just ₦100k–₦150k upfront (or ₦50k deposit with BNPL) and power your daily operations for FREE after that.

In just 3 months, you’ve already recouped your investment, and then it’s all pure savings.

Still Think Solar Is Too Expensive?

Ask yourself this:

  • How many clients did you cancel this month because of NEPA or fuel scarcity?
  • How many new customers walk away when they hear your gen noise?
  • How many referrals did you lose when the salon was too hot or the light flickered?

Now… what if that all disappears?

Real Salon Owner Testimony:

“Since switching to the Hithium Solar Generator, my staff no longer fight over who turns off the gen. We even play background music now, no interruptions. I saved ₦38,000 last month alone!”
, Tola, salon owner in Bodija, Ibadan

Bonus: Buy Now, Pay Small Small

With our BNPL plan, you can:

  • Pay just 30% upfront
  • Spread the rest across 1 to 6 months
  • No credit score needed, just steady business

Final Thought:

Don’t wait until NEPA embarrasses you in front of your next VIP customer.

The smart salons are switching.
The rest are stuck paying fuel prices from 2019.
Be smart. Be solar. Be unstoppable.

Ready to Upgrade?

DM us on Instagram @novelsolar

Or tap here 👉🏽 www.novelsolar.com

Let’s help you power your hustle, the smart way.

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How to Power Your Apartment Without Spending a Fortune

Nigeria’s Power Problem Doesn’t Care If You’re A Tenant

It’s 10:45 PM.

You just got home after a long day in Lagos traffic.

You finally kick off your shoes, ready to Netflix-and-chill… when NEPA decides your night should be more romantic.

Lights out. Fan off. Fridge? Dead.

You think about your generator.

But then you remember… Fuel is now competing with gold in price per litre.

And just like that, your peace of mind packs up and leaves.

But what if I told you there’s a way to never worry about this again?

Not with some big “billionaire mansion” solar setup. But with something built specifically for people like you. Renters. Apartment owners. Regular Nigerians who just want light.

The 2kVA/12V Novel Hybrid Inverter — Your New Best Friend

This thing is not here to play.

It’s built to handle your essentials:

  • Fan (Because sweat life is not for everybody)
  • TV (Because after working hard all day, you deserve it)
  • Decoder
  • Laptop
  • Charging phones

And guess what? It runs quietly. No generator wahala. No noise making you feel like you’re at Oshodi market.

It’s affordable. It’s reliable. It’s designed for apartment living.

Why This Setup Beats Generators Every Day

  • No Fuel Stress
  • No Noise
  • Low Maintenance
  • Budget Friendly
  • One Time Investment That Pays You Back Every Month

Compare that to a generator:

Fuel cost alone could power your inverter for weeks. Maintenance cost? High. Noise? Annoying.

Honestly, it’s not even a fair fight.

How To Get Started (Without Breaking The Bank)

Step 1: Start small.

Get the 2kVA/12V Novel Hybrid Inverter.

Step 2: Power what matters most.

Step 3: Enjoy your peace of mind. Sleep well. Work well. Live well.

Final Word

Nigeria’s power problem is not going anywhere soon.

But you?

You don’t have to keep living like a victim.

Be smart. Be ready.

Own your power. Literally.

P.S. Ready to stop suffering from PHCN heartbreak? Check out the full details here: www.novelsolar.com

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The Day Light Failed… And A Principal Realized Nobody Was Coming To Save Them

Some stories are not cute.

Some stories punch you in the gut.

This one?

It happened right here in Nigeria.

Mrs. Alaba runs a school in Oyo.

Good woman. Hardworking. Loved by her students. Respected by parents.

But one hot Wednesday afternoon?

All of that was hanging by a thread.

It was PTA meeting day. Parents packed into the school hall. Children excited. Teachers ready.

Then it happened.

NEPA struck.

Lights gone. Fans dead. Projector off.

Parents shifting in their seats. Children sweating.

And Mrs. Alaba standing there… Looking at her school… Looking at her people… And realizing:

“Nobody is coming to fix this for us.”

 

That was the day everything changed.

She picked up her phone. Called Novel Solar.

And we knew exactly what to do.

The Best Solar Inverter For Schools

We didn’t come with fancy talk. We came with results.

The 4.2kW/24V Novel Hybrid Inverter.

This is the solar inverter you install when you are tired of NEPA’s wahala.

It can power:

  • Classrooms
  • Staff Rooms
  • Lighting
  • Fans
  • Admin Blocks
  • Even some lab equipment

But guess what? Not every school has one million to throw around like that.

That’s where our second trick came in…

The Budget-Friendly Alternative

The 3.2kVA/24V Tusker Hybrid Inverter.

This is for schools that want power backup for admin use, lighting, and small devices… without killing their budget.

Mrs. Alaba said yes to both.

And today?

Her school runs like a dream.

Why Should You Care?

Because every day you delay is another day your students suffer. Another day parents lose confidence. Another day fuel prices eat your pocket.

Going solar is not about “if.” It’s about “when.”

And the smartest schools in Nigeria? Already figured that out.

Ready To Stop Playing Power Lottery?

Visit www.novelsolar.com

Or walk into any Novel Solar office near you.

We will check your school.  Recommend the perfect solar setup. And help you stop bleeding money over electricity.

P.S. Mrs. Alaba thought solar was expensive… until she realized how much being powerless was costing her every single month.

Don’t wait till NEPA embarrasses you in front of parents.

Act smart. Act now.

Novel Solar has your back.

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Na Solar We Do, But Light Still No Dey – What Really Went Wrong?

“Chinedu, abeg come see something.”

That was how it started.

My neighbor, tired and frustrated, waved me into his house like it was an emergency. I stepped in and saw it… his brand-new solar panels proudly glinting on the roof… but inside? Nothing. Dead silence. No fan, no bulb, not even a phone charging.

“Bro, I spent good money on this thing. Why is the light still like NEPA?”

I smiled, because I’ve heard this story before. And I had lived it too.

See, the biggest mistake most rural folks make when going solar is simple …  they invest in panels but ignore the heart of the system: the battery.

Chinedu bought a decent panel setup, yes. But he didn’t factor in energy storage. So, the sun would shine… energy would be produced… but by evening? Poof. Darkness. Again.

Here’s what fixed it for me …  and what I told him:

The 230AH Novel Tubular Battery.

It’s built for Nigerian conditions …  long-lasting, rugged, and stores enough energy to power your house from sunset to sunrise. You can run your fan, your TV, charge phones, and still have light till morning.

And for small indoor spaces or extra rooms, I paired it with the Novel Solar Kit + 4 Bulbs. That one is plug-and-play. No need for any big setup. Just hang and go.

The combo? Fire.

Now Chinedu’s home runs smooth. And the story has changed.

Here’s the truth:
 Going solar without the right battery is like fetching water with a basket. All effort, no result.

So if you’re in a rural area and tired of the “solar wey no dey last,” it’s time to upgrade smart. Your panels are doing their job …  give them the backup they need.

Start with the 230AH Tubular Battery. Add the Solar Kit. Then watch how your nights turn from blackout to bliss.

P.S. Want help figuring out what works for your home? Just walk into any NovelSolar store, or check www.novelsolar.com. This time, do it right.

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