In this powerful double feature, Barr. Jumoke Delano introduces the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) as a strategic path toward equitable, clean, and decentralised energy access. Dr. Stella Odiase reflects on the perceived disparity between people-impact and commercial viability, with a focus on how this has affected policy implementation in Nigeria’s Power sector.
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In this powerful double feature, Barr. Jumoke Delano introduces the National Integrated Electricity Policy (NIEP) as a strategic path toward equitable, clean, and decentralised energy access. Dr. Stella Odiase reflects on the perceived disparity between people-impact and commercial viability, with a focus on how this has affected policy implementation in Nigeria’s Power sector.
This brief is a primer on climate finance – it aims to help readers navigate the climate finance landscape and quickly focus on the aspects that are most relevant to Nigeria.
This brief is a primer on climate finance – it aims to help readers navigate the climate finance landscape and quickly focus on the aspects that are most relevant to Nigeria.
The road to power resilience: Women leaders in Nigeria’s power sector share their thoughts on energy transition.
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.
As UKNIAF we learned several lessons helping to develop the National Integrated Resource Plan which will guide the future of Nigeria’s power sector.
This brief is a primer on climate finance – it aims to help readers navigate the climate finance landscape and quickly focus on the aspects that are most relevant to Nigeria.
As UKNIAF we learned several lessons helping to develop the National Integrated Resource Plan which will guide the future of Nigeria’s power sector.
As UKNIAF we learned several lessons helping to develop the National Integrated Resource Plan which will guide the future of Nigeria’s power sector.
As UKNIAF we learned several lessons helping to develop the National Integrated Resource Plan which will guide the future of Nigeria’s power 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.
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.
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.
As UKNIAF we learned several lessons helping to develop the National Integrated Resource Plan which will guide the future of Nigeria’s power sector.
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.
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.
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.
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?
Climate finance isn’t just about funding green initiatives—it’s about shaping development priorities that align with sustainable growth.
UKNIAF worked on a project that trialled integrating a solar microgrid with Nigeria’s national grid. The aim was to develop a replicable model for future microgrid interconnections.
Power sector transitions and the flexible advisory approach.
Climate Finance explained in 3 simple sentences…
From concessional loans and green bonds to innovative tools like debt swaps and climate-linked insurance, these financial instruments are key to driving impactful climate action.
Eyo Ekpo, UKNIAF’s Power Sector Team lead speaks with Arise News on the significance of the National Integrated Electricity Policy on the day of its handover on August 28, 2024.
Understanding Climate Finance with UKNIAF…
Understanding Climate Finance with UKNIAF…
Understanding Climate Finance with UKNIAF…
This brief is a primer on climate finance – it aims to help readers navigate the climate finance landscape and quickly focus on the aspects that are most relevant to Nigeria.
Here in a nutshell is what you need to know about Climate Finance.
Infrastructure needs can be aligned with climate change to enhance energy security, improve agriculture and promote urbanisation.
Here’s 7 ways in which Climate Finance can be accessed.
Furera Isma Jumare, Director General, Jigawa State Investment Promotion Agency, shares key learnings from the ‘Roundtable for State Access to Climate Finance’.
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.
Adaze Aguele Kalu, Hon. Commissioner, Finance, Budgeting and Planning, Edo State, shares key takeaways from the ‘Roundtable for State Access to Climate Finance’.
Patience Ranami Abah, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Trade and Investment, Bayelsa state represented her state at the Roundtable. Here, she shares her key takeaways from the event.
Dapo Oduwole, DG/CEO, Office of Public Private Partnerships, Ogun State shares his key takeaways from the Roundtable.
What makes a project successful?
Climate finance is any financing for credible climate action, including ‘climate aligned finance’.
What are the hurdles to Climate Finance access in Nigeria?
The consultative forum was organized by 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 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…
