ECN Signs a Tripartite Agreement to Foster Investment and Localise Clean Energy Production in Nigeria

In a major milestone for Nigeria's clean energy initiative, Dr. Mustapha Abdullahi, Director General of the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on smart renewable energy production and financing in Geneva, Switzerland, on behalf of the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji.

This significant partnership with a Swiss tech giant SoHHytec, aims to advance Nigeria's smart renewable energy infrastructure with a focus on integrating smart renewable energy production technologies into Nigeria's energy landscape, supported by the Ministry's strategic policies. The MoU will spearhead investment opportunities and identify green energy off-takers, laying the groundwork for scaling up green energy initiatives nationwide.

The signing of this MoU underscores Nigeria's commitment to transitioning to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources. As global demand for smart renewable energy grows, this partnership positions Nigeria as a key player in Africa's clean energy revolution, offering substantial economic and environmental benefits for future generations.