7 h. ago Speaker Abbas Pushes For Adoption Of Renewable Energy To Diversify Economy

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said Nigeria must adopt renewable energy to diversify its economy. According to Abbas, the case for renewable energy is compelling as it holds substantial implications for national policy agendas. The speaker noted that Nigeria is assuming a continental leadership role in the race to […]

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10 h. ago TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth

Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group, a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning agriculture, manufacturing, and renewable energy, highlighted its strong commitment to Nigeria’s sustainable development at the 2025 Infrastructure Dialogue held in Abuja. Themed “Financing Sustainable Energy and Agricultural Infrastructure for Economic Development,” the forum convened top stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to […] The post TGI advocates joint investment models to drive agric energy growth appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   Stakeholders in the power and energy generation and distribution sector from Nigeria and other African countries have emphasised the urgent need for Nigeria to explore ways to transition to renewable energy sources. The call was made at the First National Legislative Conference and Expo on Renewable Energy organised by the […] The post Stakeholders drum support for transition to renewable energy, call for effective regulatory legislation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago You’re A Dependable Partner’, Speaker Abbas Hails Deputy Kalu At 54

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has congratulated his Deputy, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, as the latter attains the age of 54 on Monday, May 5, 2025, describing him as a “dependable partner.” Abbas commended Kalu for being “a reliable co-pilot in the affairs of the 10th House,” saying both of […]

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6 d. ago REA, LPV Technologies partner to halt capital flight on renewable energy

The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) is working to collaborate with LPV Technologies, Nigeria’s first vertically integrated solar manufacturing and renewable read more REA, LPV Technologies partner to halt capital flight on renewable energy

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6 d. ago We Owe Nigerian Workers Safety Obligation At Workplace – Reps

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has said the legislature owes Nigerian workers the obligation to protect and ensure their safety at the workplace through appropriate legislation. Abbas said this in Abuja at a conference organised by the House Committee on Safety Standards, ‘The Legislative Perspective: Safety First, Building a Safer […]

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7 d. ago Political Parties Hijacked By Wealthy Elite, Says Speaker Abbas

The speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has warned that wealthy individuals are turning political parties into personal investments, undermining the democratic process. Speaking at a technical workshop on the Political Parties Bill (HB1862) in Abuja, Abbas highlighted the absence of ideological foundations in Nigerian political parties, describing them as vehicles for […]

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9 d. ago House of Reps presents N18m cheque to victims of Enugu tanker explosion

As Mbah extols Speaker Abbas’ compassionate leadership style Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker, House of Representatives, has presented a cheque of N18 read more House of Reps presents N18m cheque to victims of Enugu tanker explosion

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1 week ago Ibas: Rivers Sole Administrator ignores Reps committee meeting

Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, has again shunned an invitation from the House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State Oversight. Ibas was invited to the meeting initially scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025, after the committee was constituted by Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. Following Ibas’ absence, the meeting was rescheduled […] The post Ibas: Rivers Sole Administrator ignores Reps committee meeting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG, CREDICORP launch N5bn solar initiative to empower women nationwide

The federal government, through the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), has launched a N5 billion clean energy initiative aimed at providing affordable access to solar home systems for women across Nigeria’s 774 local government areas. Themed “PowerHer 774 – End Energy Poverty for Women,” the project aims at enabling women to access local renewable energy […] The post FG, CREDICORP launch N5bn solar initiative to empower women nationwide appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t, Stakeholders To Grant 3m Women Access To Renewable Energy Credit

The federal government, through the Ministry of Women Affairs, and in collaboration with the Nigeria Consumer Credit Corporation (CrediCorp), among others, will grant 3 million Nigerian women access to N5 million worth of renewable energy credit. Themed, “PowerHer 774 – End Energy Poverty for Women,” the project aims at enabling women access local renewable energy […]

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1 week ago House of Reps presents ₦18m cheque to victims of Enugu tanker explosion

Mbah extols Speaker Abbas for compassionate leadership style The Sun The Speaker, House of Representatives, Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, on Tuesday, presented a cheque for ₦18 million to the Enugu State Government as support to the victims of the January 25 petrol tanker explosion at Ugwu Onyeama on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway, which claimed several lives. The […] The post House of Reps presents ₦18m cheque to victims of Enugu tanker explosion appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Global surge in renewable energy: Implications for public policy in Nigeria

This article is based on Ember’s sixth annual Global Electricity Review released on April 8, 2025 – a must-read for read more Global surge in renewable energy: Implications for public policy in Nigeria

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2 w. ago Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner

From Isaac Job, Uyo The Akwa Ibom State Government plans to diversify its economy by investing in tourism to create jobs and boost revenue. Commissioner for Culture and Tourism Dr Anieti Nsewo Udofia announced this in Uyo during World Heritage Day on April 18, themed “Heritage Under Threat From Disaster and Conflict”. Udofia revealed that […] The post Akwa Ibom to boost economy through tourism investments – Commissioner appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago How Ogungbile enhances Africa’s access to clean energy infrastructure

Kolapo Ogungbile is the chief executive officer of Lihon Energy – a business delivering renewable energy solutions to homes and read more How Ogungbile enhances Africa’s access to clean energy infrastructure

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2 w. ago PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara

The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), a prominent socio-political organization representing the South-South region, has written to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt.Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, urging him to spearhead efforts toward a political resolution of the ongoing crisis in Rivers State. In a letter issued on Thursday, signed by PANDEF National Chairman, Ambassador […] The post PANDEF Appeals For Political Solution To Rivers Crisis, Urges Reinstatement Of Governor Fubara appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Epileptic electricity: FG to inject 1,900MW solar power into grid

•Govt sets 8,000MW power goal by 2027, taps private sector for grid expansion The Federal Government has revealed plans to construct modular solar power plants with a combined capacity of 1,900 megawatts for the 19 northern states, as part of efforts to boost renewable energy adoption and expand the national grid. It also disclosed its Read More

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2 w. ago Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) has praised Tajudeen Abbas, Speaker of the House of Representatives, for establishing an ad hoc committee to oversee the state of emergency in Rivers State. In a letter dated April 16, PANDEF National Chairman Godknows Igali commended the House leadership’s decision, particularly for its oversight […] The post Rivers crisis: PANDEF hails Speaker for oversight committee on state of emergency appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Lagos to establish $150m lithium battery assembly plant in Lekki, renewable energy university

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja In view of the irregular supply of electricity which has crippled businesses in Lagos State, the governor, Babatunde Sanwo Olu has promised to establish a $150 million Lithium Battery Assembly Plant at Lekki Free Trade Zone. He also vowed to set up a Renewable Energy University to boost local skills and […] The post Lagos to establish $150m lithium battery assembly plant in Lekki, renewable energy university appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Africa needs more than election monitoring, Speaker tells EU

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has advised the European Union to make its impact felt among African nations beyond its routine election monitoring mission. He urged the union to leverage the withdrawal of aid to developing countries by the United States to do more for African countries, which are hit by Read More

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