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“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 8: Perspectives of Women in the Private Sector

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 8: Perspectives of Women in the Private Sector

On this episode of ‘WATTS with the Grid? we hear from women in the private sector who have invested or attempted to invest in the global energy space. They address the sector’s opportunities and challenges through an investor lens and also explore Nigeria’s current Power sector landscape from that perspective.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 7: Reflections from Azerbaijan

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 7: Reflections from Azerbaijan

On this episode of WATTS with the Grid, we are joined by Dolapo Kukoyi (Managing Partner, Detail Solicitors) and Habiba Ali (Managing Director/CEO, Sosai Renewable Energies Company). Fresh from COP 29 in Azerbaijan, they share their perspectives on key discussions that featured at the event, such as climate finance, energy access, and the importance of positioning Nigeria to leverage global opportunities.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 6: Conversation with Generation Next

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 6: Conversation with Generation Next

In this special episode, we feature a group of young women in the Power sector. Chartered Accountant and Portfolio Manager at UKNIAF, Adeola Adebisi; Electrical Engineer and Project Manager at UKNIAF, Aisha Mala Sheriff; Energy Policy Research Analyst at Nextier, Doose Iortyom reflect on their experiences and share insights on critical issues shaping the sector, including valuable advice they would offer to their younger selves.

Economic & bottom tier prospects in Nigeria’s 2023 Electricity Act: What’s your appetite?

Economic & bottom tier prospects in Nigeria’s 2023 Electricity Act: What’s your appetite?

The 2022 Constitutional Amendment expands the power of Nigeria’s 36 States to generate, transmit and distribute on-grid electricity. Before this amendment, State governments’ powers were mostly limited to off-grid electricity supply.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 5: Climate and Infrastructure Finance: The What, Whys and Hows – Part II

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 5: Climate and Infrastructure Finance: The What, Whys and Hows – Part II

How can Nigeria bridge the climate finance gap to meet its ambitious targets? Our guests, Chintal Barot (Founder, Co-Sustain Consulting) and Titilayo Oshodi (Special Adviser on Climate Change and Circular Economy to the Governor of Lagos State), share insights on accessing funding, the role of gender in climate finance and why the economic argument is crucial for driving climate action.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 4: What does the Electricity Act 2023 mean for the distribution sub-sector?

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 4: What does the Electricity Act 2023 mean for the distribution sub-sector?

In this episode female executives in Nigeria’s Power sector examine Nigeria’s Electricity Act 2023 and its implications for the distribution sub-sector. With the repeal of the 2005 reform act, the new legislation grants states, private investors, and individuals the power to generate, transmit, and distribute electricity. This conversation explores what this means for the 11 distribution companies (DisCos) currently serving Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 3: Climate Finance: The What, Whys and Hows.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 3: Climate Finance: The What, Whys and Hows.

Despite Nigeria investing an estimated USD 1.9 billion annually in climate-related activities, this is just 11% of the USD 17.7 billion needed to meet its emissions reduction goals by 2030. In this episode, we ask the critical questions: What’s driving these disparities? How can they be addressed? And what are the emerging opportunities, especially in light of the new Electricity Act 2023, which opens doors for renewable energy development across all 36 states?

Roundtable for State Access to Climate Finance- Expected Outcomes

Roundtable for State Access to Climate Finance- Expected Outcomes

Engr. Frank Edozie, Team Lead, UKNIAF, emphasizes focusing on development projects that benefit the climate. Frank advises- “Don’t do climate. Do development projects that have an impact on the climate.”
It’s a big shift in perspective. By prioritizing sustainable development, we can create projects that not only drive progress but also positively impact the environment.

Customer feedback at the NERC Consultative Forum

Customer feedback at the NERC Consultative Forum

The consultative forum was organized by The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) and supported by UKNIAF. It is part of UKNIAF’s support to the Women on the Grid Hub (WotGH).

The forum aimed to provide a platform for electricity customers to share their experiences with electricity access and discuss related problems. The goal was to resolve customer problems either on the spot or at the very least to begin the resolution processes…

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 2: Gas as a transition fuel: rhetoric versus reality

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 2: Gas as a transition fuel: rhetoric versus reality

While electricity in Nigeria is generated through thermal and hydropower, fossil fuels are the main source of electricity generation. Nigeria plans to increase international exports and domestic consumption and at the same time meet emissions and sustainable development goals. Can these two objectives be achieved at the same time? What could be the risks?
Olajumoke Delano, Chi Chi Emenike and Itohan Ehiede discuss these questions with Stella Odiase.

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 1: Electricity pricing, billing and everything in between

“WATTS with the Grid?” Episode 1: Electricity pricing, billing and everything in between

“WATTS with the Grid?” is a conversation with women who work in the power sector.

What do these women think about the current national conversation on tariff increases? How is the Service Based Tariff faring in terms of improvement in service and revenues? How does the price of electricity impact national commitments to a low-carbon transition?

Stella Odiase leads the conversation with Dalia Sakr, Wola Joseph-Condotti, Tosin Adefeko and Olajumoke Delano.

Nigeria and UKNIAF at COP28

Nigeria and UKNIAF at COP28

For UKNIAF and its stakeholders, the way forward involves not just acknowledging Nigeria’s commitments at COP28 and the challenges in its path to achieving these, but actively engaging in appropriate solutions that deliver both national priorities and climate outcomes.

Where is the opportunity for infrastructure development in Nigeria?​

Where is the opportunity for infrastructure development in Nigeria?​

Where do the opportunities for infrastructure development lie amidst the effects of COVID-19 and the economic challenges in Nigeria? How can a programme like UKNIAF help? In this second of a 3-part interview, UKNIAF MD, Prof. Onyia, and Khadijat Baba-Muhammad, Director, MEL, UKNIAF talk about how policies that focus on inclusiveness and employment can make a difference.​

Frank Edozie on GHG emissions reduction work with NCC

Frank Edozie on GHG emissions reduction work with NCC

The on grid power generation capacity in Nigeria needs to improve as much of the power requirement is fueled by diesel generators! This also means a high rate of air pollution! UKNIAF works with the National Control Centre to improve on-grid power generation which in turn will reduce the use of diesel generators and lower greenhouse gas emissions.