The government stated that calls for energy transition were not in the economic interest of Nigeria and Africa where hundreds of millions of people were yet to have access to energy. Lokponiri, Minister of State for Petroleum, explained that no country in the world will stop the production of the fossil fuels when there are still market for it.

The funding, structured as a senior loan with a tenor of up to seven years, aims to support the company’s growth in Nigeria’s energy sector while mitigating the risks of currency mismatches amid the country’s inflationary pressures.

The Nigerian government has launched the Abating Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Obsolete Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (AGORA) Equipment Project, aiming to establish energy-efficient and climate-friendly cooling and refrigeration technologies as the standard.

According to President Tinubu, this new initiative is to provide grants and resources to engineers and technologists working on solutions for Nigeria’s unique challenges. “With this fund, we aim to support local innovations, encourage entrepreneurship, and ensure that Nigeria remains at the forefront of engineering advancement in Africa.”

RKK Group has introduced an innovative renewable energy solution aimed at improving access to clean energy for Nigeria’s small business sector. The iRESS Solar Backpack—a portable, multifunctional device—integrates a foldable solar panel, lithium phosphate battery, and inverter system.

It is time for Nigeria’s government to move beyond bold commitments to decisive action. Despite the current economic challenges, the big picture for Nigeria’s clean cooking transition remains: an immediate acceleration of efforts is urgently needed.

The Yobe Government says it will suspend the use fossil fuels for solar energy to provide power for public secondary schools in the state in 2025. The SSG also said that the state government paid fees for candidates for the 2025 West African School Certificate Examination (WASCE) and NECO, ensuring no financial burden on parents.