The Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), has reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions across the African continent.
The Director-General of ECN, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, disclosed during the opening ceremony of the African Energy Efficiency Conference held in Ethiopia.
According to the commission, Dr. Abdullahi’s participation at the conference reflects Nigeria’s strategic positioning and its sustained commitment to promoting energy efficiency and driving sustainable energy solutions for Africa’s future.
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Dr. Abdullahi, who attended the event as a special guest, engaged in high-level discussions with senior government officials, leading African stakeholders, and the Energy Minister of Kenya.
The conversations focused on the critical role of energy efficiency in driving economic growth, enhancing energy security, and strengthening climate resilience in Africa.
On the sidelines of the conference, the ECN Director-General held engagements with representatives of key international partners, including the European Union (EU), the European Investment Bank (EIB), the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ), the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), and Sustainable Energy for All (SEforALL).
However, the discussions explored opportunities for strategic partnerships, innovative financing mechanisms, and supportive policy frameworks aimed at scaling energy efficiency initiatives and deepening Nigeria’s contributions to continental energy goals.