The upcoming summit is a key strategy in this effort, aiming to drive growth and innovation in the sector.
By Deborah Hassan
365Daily — The House of Representatives Committee on Renewable Energy has announced the postponement of the inaugural National Legislative Summit and Expo on Renewable Energy to May 5–6, 2025.
The two-day event, initially slated for February 24–27 at the Eko Hotel in Lagos, aims to promote sustainable growth in Nigeria’s renewable energy sector. The summit, themed ‘Renew Nigeria: Unlocking Opportunities’, will be hosted by the Committee in collaboration with the Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Chairman of the House Committee on Renewable Energy, Hon. Afam Victor Ogene, announced the rescheduling in a statement issued in Abuja on Sunday, February 16, 2025. He said the decision followed consultations with the Office of the Speaker.
“The decision is to allow the House to expand the summit’s scope and better accommodate the numerous stakeholders who have expressed interest in participating,” Ogene said.
He added that concerns from critical stakeholders about the initial date were considered, and the Committee regrets any inconvenience caused to intending participants.
The summit will include high-level stakeholder engagements, industry assessments, and discussions on priority actions from the renewable energy provisions of the Electricity Act 2023.
Hon. Ogene emphasised the importance of the summit to Nigeria’s energy future, stating: “Renewable energy is the future, and the government is taking concrete steps to invest in and promote sustainable energy. This strategic approach aims to encourage Nigerians to adopt renewable energy solutions, thereby addressing the country’s electricity supply challenges and strengthening national energy security.”
He noted that developing the renewable energy sector is a top priority for the 10th House of Representatives, led by Speaker Rt. Hon. Abass Tajudeen. He highlighted that the Speaker’s creation of the Committee on Renewable Energy was a historic step towards driving policies, tracking progress, and attracting investment in renewable energy technology.
“The upcoming summit is a key strategy in this effort, aiming to drive growth and innovation in the sector,” Ogene added.
He further stated that the House had recently adopted a resolution mandating government ministries, agencies, departments, and institutions to transition to renewable energy sources for their power needs, marking a significant step toward sustainability.