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Redesign funding strategies for better electricity supply, Nextier experts advise stakeholders
Nov 2, 2022
In November 2022, Mrs. Fauzia Chevonne Okediji joined Nextier Power experts to advise on rethinking funding strategies for Nigeria’s electricity supply. Fauzia emphasized investing in distributed renewable energy as a means to bridge the energy gap and promote economic growth.
Igniting Change; Energy Transition Office Hosts “Women in Energy Dialogue” Event in Lagos
May 23, 2023
The Women in Energy Dialogue event, held on May 19, 2023, in Lagos, Nigeria, highlighted the pivotal role of women in implementing Nigeria’s Energy Transition Plan (ETP). The event, organized by the Energy Transition Office (ETO), brought together female professionals, policymakers, and industry leaders to foster collaboration and develop actionable solutions for advancing clean energy initiatives. With Nigeria recognized as a high-impact nation for achieving UN SDG7, the ETP aims to combat energy poverty and climate change. The dialogue showcased the importance of partnerships and investment, with significant financial commitments already mobilized to support the ambitious energy transition goals.
DART 3.0 Kicks Off, Offering DRE Companies Access to Financing and Affordable Equipment.
Feb 10, 2024
Fauzia Okediji, the manager, Utility Innovation, GEAP, said,
“We are excited to see the success that DART has attained to date. Our collaboration with All On and Odyssey to provide innovative financing solutions for the programme is a demonstration of the need for bold, united multi-sectoral coordination, calling on the strengths of diverse actors to address the gaps that persist in bringing about green energy transition across Africa and charging a new trajectory for a renewable energy future that is just, equitable and enduring. We look forward to continuing working together as we scale this work further, to drive access to energy for more people that need it most.”