Renewables
ABUAD summit highlights Nigeria's clean energy ambitions
Stakeholders meeting at Afe Babalola University have called for deeper collaboration to unlock Nigeria's clean energy potential.
Key points
- ABUAD hosted the second International Green Hydrogen Summit in Ado Ekiti.
- CrossAfrique Hydrogen and GIZ are planning a Green Energy Hub at the university.
- The Energy Commission of Nigeria reiterated the country's 2060 target for a solar-driven power system.
Head Topics reported that academic, industry, and government leaders gathered at the second International Green Hydrogen Summit held at Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) in Ado Ekiti to discuss pathways for Nigeria's energy transition.
Collaboration needed for research
Prof. Smaranda Olarinde, Vice-Chancellor of ABUAD, urged stronger partnerships between the government, academia, and industry to turn scientific research into actionable clean energy projects. Head Topics noted her remarks emphasizing that sustained investment and skilled workforce development are vital for the sector.
Joshua Dauda, Chief Executive Officer of CrossAfrique Hydrogen Limited, stated that his firm is collaborating with industrial partners and the German development agency GIZ to build a Green Energy Hub at the university. The proposed hub will feature a solar photovoltaic system and a dedicated hydrogen research classroom, with future phases potentially exploring green ammonia production for agriculture and industry.
Policy targets and challenges
Representing the Energy Commission of Nigeria, Bolaji Sulu-Ibrahim outlined the nation's goal to establish a power system driven by solar energy and storage by 2060, supported by green hydrogen for heavy industries. Head Topics reported that the country's installed renewable energy capacity stood at 2,638 megawatts in 2024, leaving a significant gap against national potential.
The Energy Commission highlighted obstacles including reliance on imported solar components, weak grid infrastructure, shortages of skilled personnel, and limited financing, stressing that overcoming these hurdles demands localized manufacturing and rigorous quality standards.
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Context from CEII
Renewables are the fastest-growing part of the world’s energy system. The COP28 goal is to triple capacity by 2030, and solar mini-grids are the fastest route to power for millions of people without electricity.
27.8% of electricity in the world was renewable in 2021Countries in this story
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