2 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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5 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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13 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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5 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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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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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 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 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 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 Renewable Energy: REA, Lagos Sign Pact On $150m Lithium Battery Plant, Others

The federal government, through the Rural Electrification Agency (REA), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Lagos State government to establish a $150 million lithium battery assembly plant in Lagos. This initiative, finalised during a roundtable in Victoria Island on Monday, aims to boost local manufacturing capacity and accelerate rural electrification projects across […]

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2 w. ago Tesla Pi phone: 3 unique revolutionary features that redefine the future of smartphones

Tesla, renowned for its disruptive innovations in electric vehicles and renewable energy, is now redefining mobile technology with the Tesla read more Tesla Pi phone: 3 unique revolutionary features that redefine the future of smartphones

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2 w. ago Lagos State 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 State 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 Buni Commissions Solar Power Plant In Yobe Varsity Teaching Hospital

Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has commissioned a solar PV plant for the Yobe State University Teaching Hospital (YSUTH) Damaturu. The project was undertaken by the Federal Ministry of Power to complement the state government’s effort in providing uninterrupted power supply through renewable energy for high quality service in the hospital. The governor was […]

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3 w. ago How removal of import duties on solar raw materials can boost Nigeria’s industrial future

As Nigeria turns to renewable energy, solar power stands out as one of the most promising and accessible solutions to read more How removal of import duties on solar raw materials can boost Nigeria’s industrial future

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3 w. ago Union Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Energy Consumption through Renewed Partnership with Starsight Energy

Starsight Energy, a leading energy-as-a-service and cooling solutions provider in Africa, announced the successful renewal of its cooling and power read more Union Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Energy Consumption through Renewed Partnership with Starsight Energy

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3 w. ago REA: From rural electrification agency to renewable energy agency

The purpose of this article is to briefly review Chapter 4 of the National Integrated Electricity Policy, titled, “Climate Change, read more REA: From rural electrification agency to renewable energy agency

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3 w. ago 36 Govs Sign MoU With Energy China To Drive Electricity Reform

In an apparent move to boost state energy planning within the States of the Federation, governors, on Thursday, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Energy China. Energy China is a major Chinese company known for renewable energy and gas production in China. Speaking on behalf of the chairman of the Nigeria Governors Forum […]

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4 w. ago Renewable energy, agriculture: Expert urges FG to adopt gradual phase out of solar panels importation

From Romanus Ugwu, Abuja In line with global demand for energy and the need to improve investment in agriculture, an expert, Onuoha Nnachi, has advised Federal Government to adopt gradual face-off of importation of solar panels into the county. Onuoha, the Managing Partner of Deutsch Partners Holding (DPH), who made the appeal at a press […] The post Renewable energy, agriculture: Expert urges FG to adopt gradual phase out of solar panels importation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Regulatory expertise key to transforming African healthcare – Expert

One of Africa’s foremost experts in regulatory affairs and healthcare compliance, Adaobi Okeke, has underscored the importance of regulatory expertise, stressing that effective regulatory strategy will not only transform healthcare delivery but also create pathways for innovation while ensuring patient safety. In a statement signed by Okeke and made available to PUNCH Online on Sunday, Read More

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